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C10-13 Alkenes

  • Aliphatic solvents
  • CAS 85535-87-1

C10-13 Alkenes (CAS 85535-87-1) appears in 2 of the 1,812 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of June 2026). It is classified as a VOC.

Low acute toxicity. Skin irritation possible on prolonged contact. Aspiration hazard if swallowed (H304). At carrier concentrations in cured wax films, residual exposure is low.

C10 alkenes are a petroleum cut comprising decene isomers. They function as a relatively low-aroma aliphatic carrier solvent in some wax and prep formulations.

Health & environment profile

VOC
yes
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
yes
Biodegradable
no
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
yes
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
2/5
Purpose: Mid-cut aliphatic solvent / co-carrier; used in some wax formulations and panel-prep products as a low-aromatic petroleum carrier

Common questions about C10-13 Alkenes

What is C10-13 Alkenes used for in car care?
Mid-cut aliphatic solvent / co-carrier; used in some wax formulations and panel-prep products as a low-aromatic petroleum carrier
Is C10-13 Alkenes a VOC?
Yes. C10-13 Alkenes is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is C10-13 Alkenes on California's Proposition 65 list?
No. C10-13 Alkenes is not on California's Proposition 65 list.

2 products contain this

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Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.