5+ year old children • Skin contact product
For school-age children (5+ years), C13-15 alkane is sometimes used to make creams and lotions feel smooth. There are official regulatory notes that it may be a possible cancer concern and can sometimes irritate skin, so it’s best treated with caution in kids.
If you use a product that lists C13-15 alkane on a child 5 or older: use it only on a small area at first (patch test on the inside of the forearm), avoid putting it on cuts, rashes, or irritated skin, don’t use it every day over large parts of the body, and stop use if you see redness, itching, or any other reaction. When possible choose a product made for children that does not include this ingredient.
Regulatory sources have raised the main concerns: a possible cancer warning comes from EU hazard labeling (EU GHS) and limited skin irritation and organ-toxicity notes come from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Also, some product-safety programs restrict this ingredient unless the maker provides safety studies. Watch for rash, persistent irritation, or any new symptoms and contact your pediatrician if they appear.
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Yes, C13-15 Alkane is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.
Connected to cancer risk with long-term or repeated exposure.
May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use.
Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream.
Possible negative effects on the environment
C13-15 Alkane is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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