Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate

AKA “Neopentyl glycol disostearate, 109884-54-0, UNII-4M6OQ34JWW, Isooctadecanoic acid, 1, 1'-(2, 2-dimethyl-1, 3-propanediyl) ester, 4M6OQ34JWW, 2, 3-propanediyl ester, RefChem:165337, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIISOSTEARATE [INCI], 807-674-2”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Neopentyl glycol diisostearate

AKA: Neopentyl glycol disostearate, 109884-54-0, UNII-4M6OQ34JWW, Isooctadecanoic acid, 1, 1'-(2, 2-dimethyl-1, 3-propanediyl) ester, 4M6OQ34JWW, 2, 3-propanediyl ester, RefChem:165337, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DIISOSTEARATE [INCI], 807-674-2

Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 1

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Clean

Isooctadecanoic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediyl ester

Formula

C41H80O4

Mol. Weight

637.10

CAS #

109884-54-0

Form

Oil

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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.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

A modern synthetic ester designed for cosmetics to provide enhanced emollient and conditioning properties, offering a luxurious feel while maintaining product stability.