INCI name

TRIDECYL TRIMELLITATE

Tridecyl trimellitate

A rich synthetic ester used as an emollient.

What it is

Tridecyl trimellitate is the triester of trimellitic acid (benzene-1,2,4-tricarboxylic acid) with tridecyl alcohol. CosIng lists it as emollient and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip glosses, foundations and creams, where it adds a rich, cushioning feel.

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.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (148)

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