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C9-14 Isoparaffin
AKA “Isoparaffin C9-14”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
C9-14 isoparaffin
AKA: Isoparaffin C9-14
Synthetic · Solvent | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Slip Agent · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight conditioning agent that helps the product glide smoothly on skin and hair while maintaining the perfect texture.
CAS #
246538-73-8
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from petroleum crude oil, belonging to the alkane hydrocarbon chemical family. Produced through fractional distillation and hydrogenation of crude oil to obtain the C9-C14 carbon chain range.
Function
Solvent | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Slip Agent
Benefits
Dissolves Ingredients
Controls Viscosity
Dissolves other ingredients
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic hydrocarbon developed for cosmetic applications. Functions as an emollient and solvent with low volatility in skincare and color cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR