Isostearyl Neopentanoate
AKA “Isooctadecyl pivalate, Cyclochem INEO, Isostearyl pivalate, Ceraphyl 375, Schercemol 85, 2-Dimethylpropanoic acid, isooctadecyl ester, EINECS 261-521-9”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Isostearyl neopentanoate
AKA: Isooctadecyl pivalate, Cyclochem INEO, Isostearyl pivalate, Ceraphyl 375, Schercemol 85, 2-Dimethylpropanoic acid, Isooctadecyl ester, EINECS 261-521-9
Synthetic · Binding | Skin Conditioning - Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight emollient that softens and conditions skin while helping other ingredients blend smoothly together. Leaves skin feeling smooth and supple.
Formula
C23H46O2
Mol. Weight
354.60
CAS #
58958-60-4
Form
Powder
Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from isostearic acid and neopentanoic acid, both synthetic carboxylic acids from petroleum feedstocks. Synthesized through esterification reaction between isostearic acid and neopentanoic acid under catalytic conditions.
Function
Binding | Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed as a cosmetic emollient with excellent spreadability and light feel. Created to improve the sensory profile of skincare and color cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR