Emollient
DIISOOCTYL ADIPATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A flexible adipate diester used as a plasticizer and emollient. Shares some endocrine and persistence concerns with related plasticizers and is being monitored by ECHA, so caution is warranted.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flexible emollient and plasticizer
- Skin softening
- Improves spreadability
Known concerns
- Phthalate-like plasticizer concerns
- Potential endocrine disruptor signals in animal studies
- Environmental persistence
- ECHA SVHC monitoring
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related emollients
Check your shelf
Find DIISOOCTYL ADIPATE in your products.
Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains DIISOOCTYL ADIPATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.
This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.