Acid Esters

Tetracaprate

Tetracaprate

CAS NO:68441-68-9
DETAIL
Pentaerythrityl tetracaprate is an ester found in cosmetics and beauty products because of its binding and moisturizing properties; it is also used as a viscosity increasing agent. It is a synthetic compound derived from fatty acids, according to research. It can be caused Allergic contact dermatitis.

Formulations containing PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE:
Hair care: Hair Care Conditioner - THERMAL PROTECTION HAIR CONDITIONERThis formulation provides an excellent conditioning effect, and also contains a combination of wheat proteins and amino acids that protect the hair from blow drying and curling.
Toiletries: Exfoliating Cream (Croda)Although its texture is smooth-looking, this white cream is gritty -intentionally so because, as an exfoliant, it is used to help remove scaling skin caused by dryness.