Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate benzoate
What is Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate benzoate?
Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate benzoate (CAS 199277-69-5) is a synthetic ester used primarily in personal care formulations as an emollient, carrier, and dispersing agent.
Where is Ethylhexyl hydroxystearate benzoate used?
- Color cosmetics: disperses pigments and UV filters in foundations, lipsticks, and sunscreens
- Skincare: lightweight emollient carrier for oil-phase actives in serums and lotions
- Hair care: conditioning carrier improving spreadability and shine
- Industrial and specialty lubricants: synthetic ester base for film formation and surface protection
- It combines fatty acid ester skin-feel with solvency for actives and pigments, an alternative to silicones and mineral oils.
Commercial specifications
- Meets purity specifications aligned with industry formulation standards
- Packaging: drums to intermediate bulk containers
Other Names (Synonyms)
Octadecanoic acid, 12-(benzoyloxy)-, 2-ethylhexyl ester|3W8F25684B|RefChem:855567|ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYSTEARATE BENZOATE [INCI]|2-Ethylhexyl 12-(benzoyloxy)octadecanoate