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Is Alkanes, C1-2 vegetarian?

Alkanes, C1-2

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A mixture of simple one- and two-carbon alkane gases (methane and ethane), restricted in cosmetics when butadiene content exceeds 0.1% w/w. Note: the listed CAS/EC numbers actually correspond to naphthalene, indicating a data inconsistency in the source regulatory listing.

INCI name Alkanes, C1-2
CAS number 68475-57-0
EC number 270-651-5
CosIng ID 28569
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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