Octyldodecyl Ethylhexanoate

AKA “2-Octyldodecyl 2-ethylhexanoate, Octyldodecyl octanoate, EINECS 273-943-0, Hexanoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 2-Ethylhexanoic acid, RefChem:88871”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Octyldodecyl ethylhexanoate

AKA: 2-Octyldodecyl 2-ethylhexanoate, Octyldodecyl octanoate, EINECS 273-943-0, Hexanoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 2-Ethylhexanoic acid, RefChem:88871

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

A lightweight conditioning agent that softens and smooths skin, leaving it feeling nourished and comfortable without a greasy residue.

Formula

C28H56O2

Mol. Weight

424.70

CAS #

69275-04-3

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Viscosity Controlling

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Synthetic ester developed in the 20th century as an emollient and solvent for cosmetic formulations. No traditional use; created to provide a light, smooth texture and improve spreadability in skincare products.