Dipropyl Adipate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: DIPROPYL HEXANEDIOATE, Adipic acid, Dipropyl ester, Adipic acid di-n-propyl ester, 1, 6-dipropyl hexanedioate, Di-n-propyl ester
Synthetic
Emollient
Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Dipropyl hexanedioate is a fatty acid ester.
Solubility very slightly
Formula
C12H22O4
Mol. Weight
230.30
CAS #
106-19-4
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century for cosmetic use. Designed as an emollient and solvent to improve spreadability and sensory feel of skincare and cosmetic products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR