Ethylhexyl Neopentanoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl pivalate, 2-ethylhexyl 2, 2-dimethylpropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, Pivalic acid, J286.882B, 2, 2-Dimethylpropanoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
2-Ethylhexyl pivalate
Formula
C13H26O2
Mol. Weight
214.34
CAS #
16387-18-1
Form
Oil
Functions
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
A synthetic ester created in the late 20th century as a conditioning agent for cosmetics. Designed to improve skin feel and provide silky texture in lotions and creams.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR