Glyceryl Heptanoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 1-Monoheptanoin, 2, 3-dihydroxypropyl heptanoate, 3030-30-6, 26402-24-4, Heptanoic acid 2, 3-dihydroxypropyl ester, Heptanoic acid, Monoester with 1, 3-propanetriol, Glycerol 1-heptanoate, Monoheptanoin
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Heptanoic Acid, Glyceryl Ester
Formula
C10H20O4
Mol. Weight
204.26
CAS #
26402-24-4
Form
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester created as a light emollient for cosmetics. Developed to provide conditioning benefits without heaviness in skincare and personal care formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR