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Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide

A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Octane, 1-bromo-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptadecafluoro-

What does it do?

Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide 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 Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide?

Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octane, 1-bromo-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptadecafluoro-

Is Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide do in cosmetic products?

Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.

What is the CAS number of Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide is 423-55-2.

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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