Hexyldecyl Hexyldecanoate

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Not Clean

OriginSynthesized from long-chain alcohols and carboxylic acids belonging to the ester chemical family. Produced through esterification reaction between hexyl decanol and hexanoic acid under controlled conditions.

2-Hexyldecanoic acid, 2-hexyldecyl ester

Formula

C32H64O2

Mol. Weight

480.80

Form

Oil

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Locks In Moisture

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · report published 2015

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR