Hydrogenated poly-1-decene  is a mixture ofbranched isomeric hydrocarbons, prepared byhydrogenation of mixtures of trimers, tetramers,pentamers, and hexamers of 1-decenes and ethylene.

It appears as a viscous, colourless, odourless liquid.

What it is used for and where

Food

Ingredient listed in the European food additives list as E907 as a coating agent.

Safety

EFSA's Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings added to Food considers that exposure to hydrogenated poly-1-decene (E 907) does not raise safety concerns when used at the maximum permitted levels.

• CAS  68037-01-4
• UNII    4YI0729529
• EC Number    500-183-1