Poly(C4-12 Olefin)

Poly(C4-12 Olefin) molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from C4-12 olefin hydrocarbons derived from petroleum refining or natural gas processing. Produced through polymerization reactions, typically via oligomerization or polymerization catalysis of light olefin feedstocks.
Poly(C4-12 olefin) is a polymer synthesized from C4-12 olefins
Formula
C18H17N3O3
Mol. Weight
323.3
CAS #
96478-13-6
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR