triheptanoin

triheptanoin molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 620-67-7, Trioenanthoin, Trienanthoin, Triheptylin, Glycerol triheptanoate, Triheptanoic glyceride, Dermofeel TC 7, GLYCERYL TRIHEPTANOATE
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Propane-1,2,3-triyl trisheptanoate
Formula
C24H44O6
Mol. Weight
428.60
CAS #
620-67-7
Form
Powder
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 triglyceride oil developed for cosmetic use as a lightweight emollient. Created as an alternative to natural oils, offering stable shelf life and consistent texture in skincare formulations.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR