What Is C13-C15 Alkane?
C13-C15 Alkane (INCI: C13-C15 ALKANE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. C13-15 Alkane is a mixture of alkanes with 13 to 15 carbon atoms in the alkyl chain.
Its declared cosmetic function is solvent.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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