triheptanoin

triheptanoin 1
molecular structure · PubChem CID 69286
AKA: 620-67-7, Trioenanthoin, Trienanthoin, Triheptylin, Glycerol triheptanoate, Triheptanoic glyceride, Dermofeel TC 7, GLYCERYL TRIHEPTANOATE
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginTriheptanoin is a synthetic branched triglyceride ester composed of glycerol and heptanoic acid chains. It is synthesized through esterification of glycerol with heptanoic acid under controlled conditions.
Propane-1,2,3-triyl trisheptanoate
Formula
C24H44O6
Mol. Weight
428.60
CAS #
620-67-7
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 742)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 742)
Skin Irritant in Testing
2 studies / 2 irritating / reactions slight to severe (CIR 742)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on4–5.3%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2017 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR