Dihydrocholesteryl Nonanoate

Dihydrocholesteryl Nonanoate 1
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Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from cholesterol and nonanoic acid, members of the sterol and fatty acid chemical families. Synthesized through esterification, combining cholesterol with nonanoic acid under catalytic conditions.
Cholestan-3-ol, nonanoate, (3.beta.,5.alpha.)-
CAS #
15010-09-0
Form
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.
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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🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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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 · 2009 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR