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Is C11-15 Isoalkanes vegetarian?

C11-15 Isoalkanes

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C11-15 Isoalkanes are a mixture of branched saturated hydrocarbons with 11 to 15 carbon atoms, typically derived from petroleum or synthetic sources and used as emollients in cosmetics.

Also known as Alkanes, C11-15-iso
INCI name C11-15 Isoalkanes
EC number 292-460-6
CosIng ID 39670
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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