Synonym(s)
CAS number: 68441-68-9
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Pentaerythrityl refers to the tetravalent alcohol pentaerythritol (also known as pentaerythritol), which is 4-esterified with the fatty acids octanoic acid (caprylic acid) and decanoic acid (capric acid). The prefix "penta" refers to the 5 carbon atoms of the molecule. Pentaerythrityl tetracaprylate/tetracaprate is used in cosmetic formulations. The tetraester mixture acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
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