Octane
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octane
What does it do?
Octane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Octane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Octane?
Octane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octane
Is Octane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octane do in cosmetic products?
Octane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Octane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Octane is 111-65-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010