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Emollient

C18-70 ISOALKANE

CAS 246538-80-7 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A high-molecular-weight saturated isoalkane used as a light, dry-feel emollient. Chemically inert with no GHS hazards expected; main flag is that it is petroleum-derived.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE

Skin benefits

  • Light emollient feel
  • Non-comedogenic at typical levels
  • Stable and inert

Known concerns

  • Petroleum-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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