Diethylhexyl Carbonate

AKA “Bis(2-ethylhexyl) carbonate, 14858-73-2, Carbonic acid, bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester, bis(2-ethylhexyl)carbonate, YCD50O0Z6L, TEGOSOFT DEC, EINECS 238-925-9, AI3-03080, DTXSID60864544”

Emollient

Ingredient Facts

Diethylhexyl carbonate

AKA: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) carbonate, 14858-73-2, Carbonic acid, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester, Bis(2-ethylhexyl)carbonate, YCD50O0Z6L, TEGOSOFT DEC, EINECS 238-925-9, AI3-03080, DTXSID60864544

Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Clean

Carbonic Acid, Bis(2- Ethylhexyl) Ester

Formula

C17H34O3

Mol. Weight

286.40

CAS #

14858-73-2

Form

Powder

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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.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Modern synthetic ingredient created for use as an emollient and texture enhancer in cosmetic formulations. Developed to improve the sensory profile of skincare and makeup products.