AKA: Pelemol odr, 2-octyldodecyl ricinoleate, Octyldodecyl ricinoleate [INCI], 9-Octadecenoic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, 210628-82-3
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Origin Derived from castor oil fatty acids and long-chain alcohols, synthesized through esterification chemistry. Produced by esterifying ricinoleic acid or castor derivatives with octyldodecanol under catalytic conditions.
9-Octadecenoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
CAS #
79490-62-3, 125093-27-8
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Concentration Guide
0% 50% 100%
CIR reported use · 2012 survey
Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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