Isopropyl Laurate
AKA “Isopropyl dodecanoate, propan-2-yl dodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 1-methylethyl ester, UNII-U0JQ94LABM, U0JQ94LABM, iso-Propyl dodecanoate, EINECS 233-560-1, DUB LAIP, LEXOL IPL”
Emollient
Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl laurate
AKA: Isopropyl dodecanoate, Propan-2-yl dodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid, 1-methylethyl ester, UNII-U0JQ94LABM, U0JQ94LABM, Iso-Propyl dodecanoate, EINECS 233-560-1, DUB LAIP, LEXOL IPL
Emollient · Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Formula
C15H30O2
Mol. Weight
242.40
CAS #
10233-13-3
Form
Liquid
State
Other Solid; Liquid; NKRA
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Functions
Binding
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
Synthetic ester developed as a lightweight emollient and skin conditioning agent in mid-20th century cosmetics. Lauric acid comes from coconut and palm oils, which have been used in traditional medicine and skincare across Asian and Pacific cultures.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR