Is C9-12 Isoalkanes vegan?

C9-12 Isoalkanes

Vegan

C9-12 Isoalkanes are a mixture of branched-chain saturated hydrocarbons derived from petroleum, classified by their physical properties rather than a specific chemical composition, used as solvents/emollients in cosmetics.

Also known as Alkanes, C9-12-iso
INCI name C9-12 Isoalkanes
CAS number 64742-49-0
EC number 292-459-0
CosIng ID 39671
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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