occlusive
Hexadecane
FairNo major concerns identified.
What we found
Hydrocarbon used as occlusive/solvent in cosmetics; established safety profile in topical use.
Source: NIH PubChemLast updated November 8, 2026
Is Hexadecane safe?
We don't give a safety verdict. Here is what the EU, Canada and the US say.
The EU, Canada and the US have no specific rule for Hexadecane in our data. Its rating and the source are above.
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