Paraffin
INCI name
- PARAFFIN,
Alternative names
No information available
Origin
- synthetic,
Definition
- Paraffin waxes and Hydrocarbon waxes. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum fractions by solvent crystallization (solvent deoiling) or by the sweating process. It consists predominantly of straight chain hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly greater than C20/Paraffin waxes (petroleum), hydrotreated. A complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained by treating a petroleum wax with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst. It consists predominantly of straight chain paraffinic hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of about C20 through C50,
INCI function
- emollient,
- viscosity regulating,
Substance category
- Mineral oils,
Characteristics
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CAS-No.
- 8002-74-2,
- 64742-51-4,
EINECS/EILINCS-No.
- 232-315-6,
- 265-154-5,
Studies, literature and statements
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Product examples
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- 2 Phasen Peeling / Exfoliant
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- Nachtcreme Mit Anti-Aging-Effekt
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- Beauty Sun
- Volum’Express The Rocket Waterproof Mascara
- Body Creme Aloe Vera 300ml
- Hypnose Star 24 H Mascara
- Lash Beautifier Volume Mascara With Argan Oil
- Gm Collin Phyto Stem Cell + Cream