Isostearyl Erucate
AKA “16-Methylheptadecyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate, EINECS 306-449-1, BDYMKXOJTJMBDU-QXMHVHEDSA-N, 16-Methylheptadecyl(Z)-docos-13-enoate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Isostearyl erucate
AKA: 16-Methylheptadecyl (Z)-docos-13-enoate, EINECS 306-449-1, BDYMKXOJTJMBDU-QXMHVHEDSA-N, 16-Methylheptadecyl(Z)-docos-13-enoate
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight plant-derived oil that softens and smooths skin while helping products glide on effortlessly. Creates a silky feel without heaviness.
Formula
C40H78O2
Mol. Weight
591.00
CAS #
97259-85-3
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created in the mid-20th century as a cosmetic emollient derived from isostearyl alcohol and erucic acid. Used to provide slip and conditioning properties in skincare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR