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Hexyldecyl Hexyldecanoate
AKA “RefChem:788319, SCHEMBL2118557”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Hexyldecyl hexyldecanoate
AKA: RefChem:788319, SCHEMBL2118557
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
2-Hexyldecanoic acid, 2-hexyldecyl ester
Formula
C32H64O2
Mol. Weight
480.80
Form
Oil
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 use in cosmetics as a conditioning and emollient agent. Created to enhance skin feel and product texture.
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
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR