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Solvent

DECENE

CAS 872-05-9
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A reactive alpha-olefin hydrocarbon used as a chemistry feedstock more than as a finished cosmetic ingredient. Aspiration hazard and aquatic toxicity flagged.

Function

SOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Hydrocarbon solvent / feedstock

Known concerns

  • Aspiration hazard (H304)
  • Skin irritation (H315)
  • Aquatic toxicity (H410)
  • Should be polymerised before topical use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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