Tetradecane
AKA “N-TETRADECANE, NSC-72440, DTXCID707267, RefChem:6294”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Tetradecane
AKA: N-TETRADECANE, NSC-72440, DTXCID707267, RefChem:6294
Synthetic · Emollient | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight oil that softens and smooths skin without feeling heavy or greasy, helping to lock in moisture and improve texture.
Solubility In water, 3.3X10-4 mg/L at 25 °C
Formula
C14H30
Mol. Weight
198.39
CAS #
629-59-4
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from petroleum hydrocarbons or synthesized through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis of carbon monoxide and hydrogen. Produced by catalytic hydrogenation and oligomerization of ethylene or other alkene feedstocks.
Function
Emollient | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Softens & Smooths
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR