Ethylhexyl Stearate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-Ethylhexyl stearate, 22047-49-0, 2-Ethylhexyl octadecanoate, Cetiol 868, Octadecanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, CRODAMOL OS, TEGOSOFT OS
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Effective at 39.0%
Formula
C26H52O2
Mol. Weight
396.70
CAS #
22047-49-0
Form
Liquid
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
Synthesized as a modern emollient to replicate properties of stearic acid, which has been used in skincare since ancient times. Developed to provide improved stability and texture in creams and lotions.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.0003%
78.0%
0%100%
Reported use
CIR reported use: 0.0003-78 | 2-4 | 2-25 | 0.0004-38 | >0.1-25
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 →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR