Dodecyl gallate

Dodecyl gallate (CAS 1166-52-5), also known as lauryl gallate and sold under trade names Progallin LA and Nipagallin LA, is a gallic acid ester formed by combining gallic acid with lauryl alcohol. It carries no assigned E-number for food use in the EU and is classified under HS code 29182950.

In personal care formulations, dodecyl gallate functions as an antioxidant by scavenging free radicals that degrade oils and emollients, extending shelf life and protecting skin-conditioning actives. In polymer processing, it acts as a heat stabilizer, interrupting oxidative chain reactions triggered by elevated processing temperatures.

Dodecyl gallate is supplied as a white to cream powder suitable for direct weighing into batch processes. It falls under REACH registration requirements for EU supply and should be evaluated against applicable cosmetic and food-contact regulations on a market-by-market basis. Standard packaging formats include fiber drums and multi-layer bags.