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ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE

CAS Number 22047-49-0
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-Ethylhexyl stearate
EINECS/ELINCS No: 244-754-0
COSING REF No: 33894
ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE
Ethylhexyl Stearate is an ester of stearic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a faint odor and a low viscosity. The chemical formula of Ethylhexyl Stearate is C26H52O2, and it has a molecular weight of 368.64 g/mol. This ingredient is commonly used in the cosmetic industry as an emollient and a solvent. As an emollient, it has a softening and smoothing effect on the skin and hair, making them feel less greasy and more comfortable. As a solvent, it can dissolve other ingredients and help them spread more evenly on the skin or hair. Ethylhexyl Stearate is considered safe for use in cosmetics, and its low toxicity makes it an attractive ingredient for a variety of personal care products.

Who supplies ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE ?

Berg + Schmidt
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CISME Italy
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KLK OLEO
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NAYAKEM ORGANICS
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Stearinerie Dubois
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Thornley Company
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What is ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE used for?

Ethylhexyl Stearate is a versatile ingredient that has many uses in the world of personal care and cosmetics. Firstly, it is an emollient that softens and smoothens the surface that it is applied to, making it feel less greasy and more comfortable. It also deeply conditions and improves the overall health and appearance of skin and hair. Ethylhexyl Stearate works as an amazing solvent in cosmetics that can dissolve other ingredients and improve their distribution throughout. It can be found in a wide range of formulations including moisturizers, sunscreens, makeup, and hair conditioners. Lastly, Ethylhexyl Stearate acts as a lubricant that reduces friction and makes the products easier to apply.

Origin

Ethylhexyl Stearate is made by esterifying stearic acid with 2-ethylhexanol under controlled conditions, resulting in a clear, colorless liquid that is used in cosmetics as an emollient and solvent. The final product is purified to meet industry standards.

What does ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE do in a formulation?

  • Emollient
  • Solvent

Safety profile

Ethylhexyl Stearate has a good safety profile and is widely used in cosmetics and personal care products. It is considered non-comedogenic, meaning it doesn't clog pores, making it suitable for use in skincare and makeup products. While limited research is available on its use during pregnancy, Ethylhexyl Stearate is considered safe for use in cosmetics. It is derived from plant-based sources, making it vegan, and doesn't contain any animal-derived ingredients, making it suitable for use in halal cosmetic products.

ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE Alternatives

CAPRYLIC CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, CETEARYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 426.2°C
Melting Point -45°C
pH Neutral
Solubility Insoluble in water
Viscosity Low
33

FORMULATIONS with ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE

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