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Arachidyl Propionate
AKA “Icosanyl propionate, 1-Eicosanol, propanoate, Eicosanyl propanoate, 1-propanoate, EINECS 265-839-9, WAXENOL 801”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Arachidyl propionate
AKA: Icosanyl propionate, 1-Eicosanol, Propanoate, Eicosanyl propanoate, 1-propanoate, EINECS 265-839-9, WAXENOL 801
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight moisturizer that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and hydrated without heaviness.
Formula
C23H46O2
Mol. Weight
354.60
CAS #
65591-14-2
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from arachidic acid (a saturated fatty acid) and propanol through esterification reactions. Produced by combining arachidic acid with propyl alcohol using catalytic or chemical esterification methods.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester developed as a modern cosmetic emollient with occlusive properties for skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR