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Solvent

TETRADECANE

CAS 629-59-4 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C14 hydrocarbon used as a solvent and emollient. Cosmetic-grade tetradecane is inert; the main concern is purity from petroleum processing.

Skin benefits

  • Hydrocarbon solvent
  • Skin-feel modifier
  • Inert in pure form

Known concerns

  • Possible petroleum residuals if not purified
  • Not biodegradable
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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