Diisostearyl malate

Diisostearyl malate (CAS 67763-18-2) is a diester of malic acid and isostearyl alcohol. Also marketed as Pelemol DISM, Creaester IM and Haimalate DIS.

Where is Diisostearyl malate used?

• Personal care: emollient and plasticizer for a smooth, non-greasy skin feel
• Lip color: primary emollient base in lipsticks, lip glosses and liquid lips, enhancing pigment dispersion
• Color cosmetics: binder and softener in eyeshadow sticks and pressed powders
• Anhydrous balms and body butters: moisturizing without occlusive heaviness
• Mascara and eyeliner: plasticizer that reduces brittleness and improves film flexibility.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging from drums to IBCs for bulk procurement