Octyldodecyl Ethylhexanoate

AKA: 2-Octyldodecyl 2-ethylhexanoate, Octyldodecyl octanoate, Hexanoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 2-Ethylhexanoic acid, ITPJXPXPEXDRLG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from ethylhexanoic acid and octyldodecanol through esterification chemistry. Produced by catalytic esterification combining a branched fatty acid with a long-chain alcohol.
2-octyldodecyl 2-ethylhexanoate
Formula
C28H56O2
Mol. Weight
424.70
CAS #
69275-04-3
Form
Liquid
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
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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