C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid Octyldodecanol Esters

C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid Octyldodecanol Esters 1
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AKA: Complex ester, Emollient ester
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Acid
Not Clean
OriginC10-40 isoalkyl acids and octyldodecanol are synthesized from petrochemical hydrocarbons through alkylation and alcohol synthesis processes. The ester is produced through esterification, combining these two synthetic components using acid catalysts.
1-Dodecanol, 2-octyl-, esters with C10-40 isoalkyl acids
CAS #
-
State
Solid
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR