Humectant

Isopentyldiol

INCI: ISOPENTYLDIOL
CAS 50468-22-9 EC 256-597-5 / 459-270-7
3-Methylbutane-1,2-diol
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Solvent, humectant, skin conditioning agent, antimicrobial booster
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

3-Methylbutane-1,2-diol

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
50468-22-9
EC Number
256-597-5 / 459-270-7
INCI
ISOPENTYLDIOL
Category
Humectant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026