Low ConcernVegan

Oleyl Alcohol

Octadec-9-en-1-ol

Safety Notes

Unsaturated fatty alcohol; fish-derived (not vegan unless plant-sourced); good emollient; penetration enhancer

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Emulsifying / Viscosity controlling

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oleyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?

Oleyl Alcohol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Unsaturated fatty alcohol; fish-derived (not vegan unless plant-sourced); good emollient; penetration enhancer

Is Oleyl Alcohol allowed in India?

Oleyl Alcohol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Oleyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?

Oleyl Alcohol functions as: Emollient / Emulsifying / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Lipsticks, creams, hair products.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS143-28-2

EC205-597-3

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