murphyC12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 90411-66-8, Hexanoic acid, C12-15-alkyl esters, Propyl 2-ethylhexanoate, N-PROPYL 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE, 172354-89-1
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from linear alcohols and ethylhexanoic acid, both produced through petrochemical synthesis. Synthesized by esterification of C12-15 fatty alcohols with ethylhexanoic acid under catalytic conditions.
Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, C12-15-alkyl esters
Formula
C11H22O2
Mol. Weight
186.29
CAS #
90411-66-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR