Sorbitan Sesquicaprylate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Octanoate (2:3), DRDLXVUYNXNFPO-GQYPCLOQSA-N, 91844-53-0
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Sorbitan Sesquicaprylate is a mixture of mono and diesters of Caprylic Acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol
Formula
C14H28O8
Mol. Weight
324.37
CAS #
91844-53-0
Form
Powder
State
Pellets or Large Crystals, Liquid, Other Solid
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic emulsifier developed from sorbitol and caprylic acid. Used in cosmetics to stabilize formulations and improve product consistency.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR