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Is C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane vegan?

C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane

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C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane is a complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained by hydrotreating a petroleum fraction, consisting predominantly of carbon numbers in the C8-9 range, used as a solvent and emollient in cosmetics.

INCI name C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane
EC number 265-151-9
CosIng ID 55055
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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