Diethylhexyl Carbonate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) carbonate, 14858-73-2, Carbonic acid, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester, Bis(2-ethylhexyl)carbonate, TEGOSOFT DEC, AI3-03080
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Carbonic Acid, Bis(2- Ethylhexyl) Ester
Formula
C17H34O3
Mol. Weight
286.40
CAS #
14858-73-2
Form
Powder
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
Modern synthetic ingredient created for use as an emollient and texture enhancer in cosmetic formulations. Developed to improve the sensory profile of skincare and makeup products.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Dermal absorption: 99.9%. Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 723).
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR