Pentaerythrityl Tetra C5-10 Acid Esters
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Pentaerythritol Ester
Synthetic
Acid
Not Clean
Fatty acids, C5-10, esters with pentaerythritol
CAS #
68424-31-7
State
Solid
Functions
Plasticiser
Anti-Aging
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Adds flexibility
Traditional Use
Synthetic esters created in the late 20th century from pentaerythritol and branched fatty acids. Developed as modern cosmetic texture modifiers and emollients.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR