PENTYLHEPTADECANE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Pentylheptadecane is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Pentylheptadecane is a branched-chain saturated hydrocarbon (C22) with no assigned GHS hazard statements. Saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons of this chain length are generally considered to have low toxicity. They are used in cosmetics as emollients and viscosity-controlling agents. No EU cosmetic restrictions apply to simple alkanes of this type.
Skin benefits
- Emollient properties
- Conditions and softens skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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