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HEXYL DIMETHYLOLPROPIONATE

CAS -
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An ester of caproic (hexyl) acid with pentaerythritol derivative, functioning as a skin-conditioning emollient and viscosity controller.

Hexyl dimethylolpropionate is a pentaerythritol ether ester with a C6 alkyl chain, providing emollient and skin-conditioning properties. It is structurally similar to other fatty acid esters already permitted in cosmetics under EU Regulation 1223/2009. No restriction in EU Annex II or III applies to this compound. The dimethylolpropionate moiety is chemically stable and not known to be a sensitiser.

Skin benefits

  • Emollient providing smooth skin feel
  • Viscosity modification in cream and lotion formulations

Known concerns

  • Minor skin irritation possible at high concentrations
  • No specific EU restrictions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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