Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate

Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived from citric acid and long-chain fatty alcohols (C14-C15 alkyl chains) from petrochemical or plant oil sources. Synthesized through esterification, where citric acid reacts with fatty alcohols under controlled conditions to form the citrate ester.
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, tris(C14-15-alkyl)esters
CAS #
222721-94-0
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Plasticiser
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
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⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.1–5%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2014
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR