Pentaerythritol Tetrahexanoate

• CAT Number: R000358
• CAS Number: 7445-47-8
• Molecular Formula: C29H52O8
• Molecular Weight: 528.73
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Hexanoic Acid 1,1’-[2,2-Bis[[(1-oxohexyl)oxy]methyl]-1,3-propanediyl] Ester
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: [3-hexanoyloxy-2,2-bis(hexanoyloxymethyl)propyl] hexanoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C29H52O8/c1-5-9-13-17-25(30)34-21-29(22-35-26(31)18-14-10-6-2,23-36-27(32)19-15-11-7-3)24-37-28(33)20-16-12-8-4/h5-24H2,1-4H3
• InChIKey: AOZDHFFNBZAHJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)CCCCC)(COC(=O)CCCCC)COC(=O)CCCCC

Pentaerythritol tetrahexanoate（Cat No.:R000358） is a synthetic ester derived from pentaerythritol and hexanoic acid. It is commonly used as a multifunctional ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products due to its emollient and skin-conditioning properties. Pentaerythritol tetrahexanoate functions as an occlusive agent, helping to retain moisture in the skin and prevent water loss, which can improve skin hydration and smoothness. It is also used as a binder in makeup products to enhance texture and adherence. Additionally, pentaerythritol tetrahexanoate is considered safe for use in cosmetics and has a low risk of causing skin irritation or sensitization.