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INCI name

C15-19 ALKANE

C15-19 alkane

Solventreviewed

A mixture of hydrocarbons used as a light solvent and emollient base.

What it is

C15-19 Alkane is a mixture of saturated hydrocarbons with 15 to 19 carbon atoms. It may be of plant or petrochemical origin; the INCI name does not reveal which. CosIng lists it as a solvent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions, sunscreens, makeup and hair care, often in place of light silicones or mineral oils to give a light, dry feel.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Solvent
Dissolving other components of cosmetics. Solvents are usually liquids (aqueous and nonaqueous).

EU regulation

EU · Annex II, entry 875Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated middle, except if the full refining history is known and it can be shown that the substance from which it is produced is not a carcinogen
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223

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