Is C9-12 Isoalkane vegan?

C9-12 Isoalkane

Vegan

C9-12 Isoalkane, formerly called C9-12 Isoparaffin, is a synthetic mixture of branched-chain saturated aliphatic hydrocarbons with 9 to 12 carbon atoms, used as an emollient in cosmetics.

Also known as C9-12 Isoparaffin
INCI name C9-12 Isoalkane
CAS number 308061-45-2
CosIng ID 99496
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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