AKA: 74659-70-4, Octadecanoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 2-OCTYLDODECYL 12-HYDROXYOCTADECANOATE, GGFRVKGOEQKYKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
WHAT IS IT? Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Origin Derived from fatty acids and alcohols, typically sourced from plant or petroleum-based materials. Synthesized through esterification of hydroxystearic acid with octyldodecyl alcohol.
Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? 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.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · 2012 survey
Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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