Octyldodecyl Benzoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-octyldodecyl benzoate, 1-Dodecanol, 1-benzoate, FINSOLV BOD, OCTODODECYL BENZOATE, 214680-48-5
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Benzoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester
Formula
C27H46O2
Mol. Weight
402.70
CAS #
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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
Synthetic ester developed in the 20th century as a solvent and emollient for cosmetic formulations. No traditional use; created to dissolve and deliver other active ingredients while providing a light, non-greasy feel.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR