Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate
AKA “2-Ethylhexyl 2-ethylhexanoate, 7425-14-1, 2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate, EINECS 231-057-1, BRN 1777190, UNII-430RJA6715, 430RJA6715, OCTYL OCTANOATE (RIFM), DTXSID9052478
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Ethylhexyl ethylhexanoate
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl 2-ethylhexanoate, 7425-14-1, 2-Ethylhexyl-2-ethylhexanoate, EINECS 231-057-1, BRN 1777190, UNII-430RJA6715, 430RJA6715, OCTYL OCTANOATE (RIFM), DTXSID9052478
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
The Panel concluded that the alkyl ethylhexanoates, listed below, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in the safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate...
Formula
C16H32O2
Mol. Weight
256.42
CAS #
7425-14-1
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
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
A synthetic ester developed for cosmetic use. Provides emollient properties and improves spreadability in creams, oils, and makeup formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR