Other Names: 2,2,4,4,6,6,8 Heptamethylnonane, 2-Methyl Pentadecane.

What it is: This ingredient is obtained from hydrocarbon origin. Used as a conditioning and product stabilising agent.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Safe to use, as per current practice

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Conclusion
Isohexadecane is considered as a safe ingredient in cosmetic products.

References

1. https://www.cir-safety.orghttps://www.cir-safety.org
2. Johnson W,et al., Safety Assessment of Isoparaffins as Used in Cosmetics. International Journal of Toxicology.
3. https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in