Ethylhexyl Neopentanoate
AKA “2-Ethylhexyl pivalate, 2-ethylhexyl 2, 2-dimethylpropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, UNII-M55ILZ78FS, Pivalic acid”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Ethylhexyl neopentanoate
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl pivalate, 2-ethylhexyl 2, 2-dimethylpropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, UNII-M55ILZ78FS, Pivalic acid
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight emollient that smooths and softens skin while helping products glide on effortlessly. Leaves skin feeling silky without a heavy or greasy residue.
Formula
C13H26O2
Mol. Weight
214.34
CAS #
16387-18-1
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from neopentanoic acid and 2-ethylhexanol, both petroleum-derived organic compounds. Produced through Fischer esterification, combining the carboxylic acid and alcohol with acid catalysts.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created in the late 20th century as a conditioning agent for cosmetics. Designed to improve skin feel and provide silky texture in lotions and creams.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR