Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-[Difluoro(undecafluorocyclohexyl)methyl]-1,1,2,3,3,4,4,4a,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8a-heptadecafluorodecahydronaphtalene
What does it do?
Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin 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 Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin?
Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-[Difluoro(undecafluorocyclohexyl)methyl]-1,1,2,3,3,4,4,4a,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8a-heptadecafluorodecahydronaphtalene
Is Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin do in cosmetic products?
Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perfluoroperhydrobenzyl Tetralin is 116265-66-8.
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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