murphyArachidic Acid
AKA: Icosanoic acid, EICOSANOIC ACID, 506-30-9, Arachic acid, N-Eicosanoic acid, CHEBI:28822
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
OriginArachidic acid is a saturated fatty acid belonging to the long-chain aliphatic carboxylic acid family. It is synthesized through the hydrogenation and oxidation of arachidyl alcohol or derived from petroleum-based feedstocks via chemical synthesis.
Icosanoic acid is a C20 striaght-chain saturated fatty acid which forms a minor constituent of peanut (L. arachis) and corn oils. Used as an organic thin film in the production of liquid crystals for a wide variety of technical applications. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a long-chain fatty acid and a straight-chain saturated fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of an icosanoate.
Formula
C20H40O2
Mol. Weight
312.50
CAS #
506-30-9
Form
Liquid
State
Other Solid; Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Buffering
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Adds Opacity
Cleansing Surfactant
Mixes Oil & Water
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR