Paraffinum Liquidum
Used in cosmetic products as antistatic, skin conditioning, emollient, skin protecting and solvent. White mineral oil (petroleum) a highly refined petroleum mineral oil consisting of a complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained from the intensive treatment of a petroleum fraction with sulfuric acid and oleum, or by hydrogenation, or by a combination of hydrogenation and acid treatment. Additional washing and treating steps may be included in the processing operation. It consists of saturated hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C15 through C50. Mineral oil (US)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Paraffinum Liquidum used for in cosmetics?
Paraffinum Liquidum is used in cosmetic products as antistatic, skin conditioning, emollient, skin protecting and solvent. White mineral oil (petroleum) a highly refined petroleum mineral oil consisting of a complex combination of hydrocarbons obtained from the intensive treatment of a petroleum fraction with sulfuric acid and oleum, or by hydrogenation, or by a combination of hydrogenation and acid treatment. Additional washing and treating steps may be included in the processing operation. It consists of saturated hydrocarbons having carbon numbers predominantly in the range of C15 through C50. Mineral oil (US)
Is Paraffinum Liquidum restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Paraffinum Liquidum in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.
What is the CAS number of Paraffinum Liquidum?
Paraffinum Liquidum is listed with CAS numbers 8012-95-1 and 8042-47-5 and EC numbers 232-384-2 and 232-455-8.