Octyldodecyl Octyldodecanoate is a branched Guerbet ester (C-38; Dodecanoic acid, 2-octyl-, 2-octyldodecyl ester), a straw to amber colored, flowable clear to hazy liquid with a mild odor. It is insoluble in water. It also falls under the mode general designation Octyldodecyl Isostearate.
Thanks to its branched molecular structure, Octyldodecyl Octyldodecanoate exhibits exceptional liquidity and solvent properties. This ingredient also possesses a rapid drying time, leaving skin soft and shiny.
Octyldodecyl Octyldodecanoate is used in skin care applications, make-up, creams, and lotions. The use levels vary from 1 to 5%.
Synonyms
Dodecanoic acid, 2-octyl-, 2-octyldodecyl ester
Octyldodecyl Isostearate
Octyldodecyl Octyldodenate-8
Biosil Basics C-38