Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate

INCI: ISOSTEARYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

CAS Number
69247-83-2
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Low concern; well-tolerated; molecular formula C₂₆H₅₂O₂. Ester of isostearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid; branched-chain structure provides a light, non-greasy skin feel with excellent spreadability

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?

Low concern; well-tolerated; molecular formula C₂₆H₅₂O₂. Ester of isostearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid; branched-chain structure provides a light, non-greasy skin feel with excellent spreadability The EU classifies Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?

Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?

Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 69247-83-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isostearyl Ethylhexanoate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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