C17-26 Isoalkane
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alkanes, C19-25-branched and linear
What does it do?
C17-26 Isoalkane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Uv filter
absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens
EU regulatory status
C17-26 Isoalkane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is C17-26 Isoalkane?
C17-26 Isoalkane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alkanes, C19-25-branched and linear
Is C17-26 Isoalkane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C17-26 Isoalkane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C17-26 Isoalkane do in cosmetic products?
C17-26 Isoalkane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, solvent, uv filter.
What is the CAS number of C17-26 Isoalkane?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C17-26 Isoalkane is 2122228-95-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/04/2019