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Emollient

TRIMETHYLPENTANEDIYL DIBENZOATE

CAS 68052-23-3
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lightweight diester used to plasticise cosmetic films and give a silky, non-sticky feel — also a common solubiliser for sunscreen filters. Well tolerated; benzoate-class esters have a generally clean cosmetic track record.

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight diester emollient
  • Plasticiser for cosmetic films
  • Improves spreadability
  • Compatible with sunscreen filters

Known concerns

  • Benzoate ester — generally well tolerated but some sensitive types react
  • Limited standalone cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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