Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cyclohexane, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,5,5,6-decafluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)-.
What does it do?
Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane 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
Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane 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 Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane?
Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cyclohexane, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,5,5,6-decafluoro-4,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)-.
Is Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane do in cosmetic products?
Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane is 335-27-3.
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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