C18-50 Isoparaffin
What is it?
C18-50 Isoparaffin is a mixture of branched chain aliphatic hydrocarbons with 18 to 50 carbons in the alkyl chain.
EU regulatory status
C18-50 Isoparaffin 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 C18-50 Isoparaffin?
C18-50 Isoparaffin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C18-50 Isoparaffin is a mixture of branched chain aliphatic hydrocarbons with 18 to 50 carbons in the alkyl chain.
Is C18-50 Isoparaffin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C18-50 Isoparaffin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 09/10/2012