C10-12 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE

Other

82

Good

CAS Number: 64742-48-9

About C10-12 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE

A hydrocarbon solvent mixture used in cosmetics as an emollient and carrier for active ingredients.

Detailed Analysis

C10-12 Alkane/Cycloalkane (CAS 64742-48-9) is a petroleum-derived mixture of C10-C12 saturated aliphatic and cyclic hydrocarbons, often referred to as isoparaffins or naphtha. Not restricted in EU cosmetic regulations; used as a lightweight emollient and solvent in skin and hair products. The C10-C12 chain length is considered safe with no systemic toxicity concerns at used concentrations.

Skin Benefits

  • Lightweight emollient that smooths skin texture
  • Solvent carrier for oil-soluble active ingredients
  • Non-comedogenic moisturization

Safety Score

82

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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