Diisobutyl Glutarate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Pentanedioic acid, Bis(2-methylpropyl) ester, Glutaric acid, Diisobutyl ester, 1, 5-bis(2-methylpropyl) ester, Pentanedioic acid bis(2-methylpropyl) ester
Synthetic
Not Clean
Diisobutyl Glutarate is a cosmetic ingredient used as plasticiser. Also known as Pentanedioic acid. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Formula
C13H24O4
Mol. Weight
244.33
CAS #
71195-64-7
Form
Liquid
Functions
Plasticiser
Antioxidant
Adds flexibility
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations. Developed to provide lightweight conditioning without interfering with formulation stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR