Neopentyl Glycol Dilaurate
AKA “EINECS 234-081-0, UNII-GC3B1J321W, NEOPENTYLENE DILAURATE, LAURIC ACID, 3-PROPANEDIYL DIESTER, DODECANOIC ACID, 3-PROPANEDIYL) ESTER, RefChem:165338
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Neopentyl glycol dilaurate
AKA: EINECS 234-081-0, UNII-GC3B1J321W, NEOPENTYLENE DILAURATE, LAURIC ACID, 3-PROPANEDIYL DIESTER, DODECANOIC ACID, 3-PROPANEDIYL) ESTER, RefChem:165338
Synthetic · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle emulsifier that helps blend water and oils in our formula while keeping skin soft and smooth.
Formula
C29H56O4
Mol. Weight
468.80
CAS #
10525-39-0
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 synthetic ester developed for cosmetic formulations to provide emollient benefits and improve product consistency, commonly used in skincare and decorative cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR