Isododecane

Isododecane

Item No. ELL-ISOD-01
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Description
Description
Hydrocarbon that is most often used as an emollient and solvent in skin care products. It is a non-polar oil.
Benefits
  • Has a weightless feel on skin and enhances spreadability of products due to its low viscosity and density
  • Helps prevent evaporation of water from the skin
  • Excellent emollient that can be used as replacement to oils in emulsions
  • Compatible with silicones for imparting shine, slip, and combability for hair care products
  • Conditions hair & skin
Use
Can be added to formulas as is, add to oil phase, use level 2-15%. For external use only.
Applications
Mascara, eyeliner, creams, lotions, hair care, conditioners, hairsprays, perfumes.
Shipping Information
This item ships HazMat. The transport of HazMat ingredients is strictly regulated by the DOT (Dept. of Transportation) and IATA (International Air Transport Association). Both domestic and international shipping requires special packaging, labeling, and documentation. Additional surcharges may apply when ordering larger quantities. At this time HazMat items will be shipped via UPS Ground only within the US (excluding Alaska and Hawaii).
CAS
31807-55-3, 93685-81-5, 13475-82-6
INCI
Isododecane
composition
Isododecane
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Solubility
Water-insoluble, but completely soluble with silicones, hydrocarbons, isoparaffin & mineral spirits
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
Germany
Raw Material Source
Petroleum derivatives
Manufacture
Multi-step process to form highly branched C12 isoparaffins from petroleum mixed with mainly the 2, 2, 4, 6, 6-pentamethylheptane isomers
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2901106000