Diethyl Adipate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 141-28-6, Diethyl hexanedioate, 1, 6-Diethyl hexanedioate, Hexanedioic acid, Diethyl ester, Adipic acid, 6-diethyl ester, Diethylester kyseliny adipove
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Diethyl adipate is a fatty acid ester.
Solubility Soluble in ethanol and ethyl ether
Formula
C10H18O4
Mol. Weight
202.25
CAS #
141-28-6
Form
Liquid
State
Colorless liquid; [Hawley]
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
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester created in the early 20th century for use as a plasticizer and solvent in cosmetics. Designed to improve texture and spreadability of creams and lotions without traditional animal-derived alternatives.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR