C10-13 Isoparaffin
AKA “2-METHYLNONANE, NSC-24849, RefChem:1063837, DTXCID308712, Nonane, 2 - methylnonane”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
C10-13 isoparaffin
AKA: 2-METHYLNONANE, NSC-24849, RefChem:1063837, DTXCID308712, Nonane, 2 - methylnonane
Synthetic · Solvent | Emollient | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight solvent that helps dissolve and blend other ingredients, ensuring smooth, even product texture on skin and hair.
Formula
C10H22
Mol. Weight
142.28
CAS #
68551-17-7
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from crude oil petroleum fractions within the alkane hydrocarbon family. Produced through fractional distillation and selective hydrogenation of mineral oil components.
Function
Solvent | Emollient | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Dissolves Ingredients
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
Synthetic hydrocarbon developed for the cosmetics industry. Provides emollient and solvent properties in modern formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR