Trierucin
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Glyceryl trierucate, Tri(Z-13-docosenoyl)glycerol, 13-Docosenoin, Propane-1, 2, 3-triyl tris((Z)-docos-13-enoate), 13-Docosenoic acid, 1, 3-propanetriyl ester, GLYCERYL TRIERUCATE [VANDF]
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Propane-1,2,3-triyl tris[(Z)-docos-13-enoate]
Formula
C69H128O6
Mol. Weight
1053.70
CAS #
2752-99-0
Form
Powder
State
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic triglyceride derived from erucic acid, developed as a cosmetic emollient and skin conditioning agent for use in modern skincare formulations.
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