Solvent
C12-15 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE/AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A heavy aromatic petroleum solvent (Solvent Naphtha, heavy aromatic) used industrially — not a cosmetic-grade ingredient. Different from the safer iso-alkane C13-15 emollient; this one contains aromatic PAHs.
Skin benefits
- Solvent and diluent in industrial coatings
- Cleaning solvent
Known concerns
- Heavy aromatic petroleum solvent — not cosmetic grade
- Contains naphthalene and polyaromatic constituents
- Skin defatting and irritation potential
- Neurotoxic on chronic exposure
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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