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Emollient

C12-14 ISOALKANE

CAS 68551-19-9
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A medium-chain branched hydrocarbon used as a non-greasy emollient and solvent. PubChem records no GHS hazard for the representative molecule; widely used safely.

Skin benefits

  • Light-feel emollient and solvent
  • No GHS hazard at cosmetic grade
  • Excellent spreadability

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived
  • Not biodegradable
  • Heavy use can feel occlusive

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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