Propylheptyl Caprylate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Cetiol Sensoft, 2-Propylheptyl caprylate, 2-propylheptyl Octanoate, Octanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-pentylbutyl ester, PROPYLHEPTYL CAPRYLATE [INCI]
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Formula
C18H36O2
Mol. Weight
284.50
CAS #
868839-23-0
Form
Liquid
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
A synthetic ester developed in modern cosmetics as a lightweight emollient and skin conditioning agent. Designed to provide spreadability and absorption benefits similar to natural oils but with improved stability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR