murphyTetradecane
AKA: 629-59-4, N-TETRADECANE, CHEBI:41253
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
OriginDerived from petroleum hydrocarbons or synthesized through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis of carbon monoxide and hydrogen. Produced by catalytic hydrogenation and oligomerization of ethylene or other alkene feedstocks.
Tetradecane is a straight chain alkane consisting of 14 carbon atoms. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.
Solubility In water, 3.3X10-4 mg/L at 25 °C
Formula
C14H30
Mol. Weight
198.39
CAS #
629-59-4
Form
Oil
State
N-tetradecane is a colorless liquid. Must be preheated before ignition can occur. (NTP, 1992)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
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.
Softens & Smooths
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR