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Emollient

METHYLBUTYLPHENYL HEPTYLBIPHENYLCARBOXYLATE

CAS 69777-71-5 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A high-MW biphenyl carboxylate ester used as a sleek-feel emollient and texture aid. Niche material with limited public toxicology, so it sits in the cautious middle of the yellow tier.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Heavy emollient with sleek glide
  • Stable in sun-care and skincare emulsions
  • Liquid-crystal-style structure can boost shine in formulations

Known concerns

  • Niche compound — limited public cosmetic safety data
  • High lipophilicity means slow biodegradation
  • No CIR/SCCS individual review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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