An ester of octyldodecanol and neopentanoic acid, used as an emollient.
What it is
Octyldodecyl neopentanoate is the ester of 2-octyldodecanol, a branched C20 alcohol, and neopentanoic acid (2,2-dimethylpropanoic acid). CosIng lists it as an emollient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, sunscreens, makeup and other products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The label does not show the amount used.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.