Hexyldecyl Palmitate

AKA: 2-Hexyldecyl palmitate, 69275-02-1, Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hexyldecyl ester, ISOFOL 1616 ESTER, (+-)-HEXYLDECYL PALMITATE
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from fatty alcohols and palmitic acid, members of the aliphatic ester chemical family. Produced through esterification reaction between hexyl decanol and palmitic acid under controlled conditions.
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.
Formula
C32H64O2
Mol. Weight
480.80
CAS #
69275-02-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Locks in moisture
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EWG
4
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
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR