emollient

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate

INCI: CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE
CAS 59130-69-7 EC 261-619-1
Hexadecyl 2-ethylhexanoate
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Lightweight, dry-touch ester emollient functioning as skin-conditioning agent and texture modifier. Superior sensory profile for SPF and color cosmetics. Low comedogenicity. Does not function as a penetration enhancer at standard use levels.
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Hexadecyl 2-ethylhexanoate

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
59130-69-7
EC Number
261-619-1
INCI
CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE
Category
emollient
Updated
Apr 2, 2026