Nonyl acetate (inci)

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Acetic acid n-nonyl ester; n-nonanyl acetates; nonanol acetates; Pelargonyl acetate CAS number: 143-13-5

Definition
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Nonyl acetate is the acetic acid ester with a C-9 alcohol (nonanol) and the molecular formula C11H22O2. Nonyl acetate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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