Dimethyl Glutarate
AKA “Glutaric acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl pentanedioate, Pentanedioic acid, dimethyl ester, Glutaric acid, DBE 5”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Dimethyl glutarate
AKA: Glutaric acid dimethyl ester, Dimethyl pentanedioate, Pentanedioic acid, Dimethyl ester, Glutaric acid, DBE 5
Synthetic · Antistatic | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Solvent · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight conditioning agent that softens skin and hair while helping reduce static and frizz. Works as a gentle solvent to keep formulas smooth and blended.
Solubility VERY SOL IN ALC, ETHER
Formula
C7H12O4
Mol. Weight
160.17
CAS #
1119-40-0
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Antistatic | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Solvent
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created as a cosmetic solvent and conditioning agent to improve texture and spreadability in skincare and color cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR