Specialty Additives
D-Alpha-Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
CAS 59-02-9
Natural-source vitamin E supplied in powder form as an antioxidant active. Industry references record use as an antioxidant in oils and fats, a vitamin E nutrient and supplement, and an animal-feed additive.
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D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate)
CAS 58-95-7
An oxidation-stable vitamin E ester supplied as an oil for supplement and cosmetic use. Industry references record use as an antioxidant in oils, a vitamin E supplement, a common form in sunscreen and skin-care products, and a UV stabilizer.
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D-Panthenol (Provitamin B5, Dexpanthenol)
CAS 81-13-0
The alcohol form of vitamin B5, used as a humectant and skin- and hair-conditioning active in personal care. It is used as a skin-conditioning, hair-conditioning, and antistatic ingredient in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Decamethyltetrasiloxane (MD2M)
CAS 141-62-8
Decamethyltetrasiloxane (MD2M) is a linear tetrasiloxane with a viscosity of approximately 2 cSt at 25°C. It is used as an intermediate in silicone polymer production and as a low-viscosity carrier fluid in industrial formulations.
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Decyl Alcohol (1-Decanol, Decanol)
CAS 112-30-1
A C10 fatty alcohol feedstock bridging plasticizer, surfactant, and fragrance manufacturing. It is used in the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, surfactants, and petroleum additives, as a solvent and antifoam, and as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.
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Decyl Oleate
CAS 3687-46-5
A light, fast-spreading emollient ester that delivers a non-greasy skin feel in creams and color cosmetics. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Dibutyl Adipate (DBA)
CAS 105-99-7
A low-viscosity adipate ester offering emollient slip in cosmetics and plasticizer flexibility in polymers. It is used as an emollient and film-forming agent in cosmetics and as a plasticizer for PVC and polyurethane systems.
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Dicaprylyl Carbonate (DCC)
CAS 1680-31-5
A light, oxidatively stable dialkyl-carbonate emollient that boosts spreadability and active delivery. It is used as an emollient, solvent, and spreading agent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Dicaprylyl Ether
CAS 629-82-3
A non-polar dialkyl-ether emollient delivering velvety slip and low surface tension in care products. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Diethylhexylcyclohexane
CAS 84753-08-2
A branched cyclic hydrocarbon used as a light, non-greasy emollient base in personal-care formulations. In cosmetic ingredient nomenclature it is classified as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent for personal-care formulations.
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Diisopropyl Adipate
CAS 6938-94-9
A light, low-odor diester emollient that improves spreadability and cuts tackiness in formulations. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations and as a flavoring agent; EPA Safer Choice lists it as low concern.
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Diisopropyl Sebacate
CAS 7491-02-3
A long-chain diester emollient delivering a dry, silky skin feel and broad active solubility. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations; EPA Safer Choice verifies it as low concern.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Dimethicone (PDMS)
CAS 9006-65-9
Dimethicone is the flagship linear silicone fluid (polydimethylsiloxane), selected by viscosity across a wide grade ladder. Low-cSt volatile grades act as carriers and spreading agents; mid grades deliver slip, gloss and softening; high-viscosity grades provide damping, dielectric and antifoam performance.
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Dimethicone (Polydimethylsiloxane, PDMS)
CAS 9006-65-9
A linear silicone fluid that brings slip, lubrication, and foam control to both industrial and personal-care systems. It is used as an antifoam in aqueous systems, petroleum processing, and detergents; as a lubricant for films, yarn, and fillers; and as an emollient, skin-conditioning, antifoaming, and…
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Dimethiconol
CAS 31692-79-2
A high-molecular-weight silanol-terminated silicone that lays down a smoothing, water-repellent film for shine and slip. It is used in personal-care formulation as an emollient and conditioning agent for skin and hair, as a film former, and as an antifoaming agent.
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Dimethyl Maleate (DMM)
CAS 624-48-6
A low-molecular-weight unsaturated maleate ester used as a synthetic building block. The reactive double bond supports addition and copolymerization chemistry. It is handled as a reactive intermediate in specialty-chemical synthesis.
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Dioctyl Adipate (DOA)
CAS 103-23-1
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Dodecamethylpentasiloxane (MD3M)
CAS 141-63-9
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) is a cyclic silicone fluid that provides emolliency, lubrication, and slip & leveling properties in industrial formulations. This silicone compound is utilized across beauty & personal care, HI&I cleaning, plastics & polymers, and water treatment applications.
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Solvents - Aliphatic
Dodecane (n-Dodecane, n-C12)
CAS 112-40-3
A pure n-paraffin supplied as a high-boiling solvent and fuel-research reference fluid. Established uses include service as a solvent in organic synthesis, degreasing and ink applications, a jet-fuel surrogate in combustion research, a distillation chaser, and a process fluid in paper and rubber industries.
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Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESBO, ESO)
CAS 8013-07-8
A bio-based PVC additive that plasticizes and stabilizes in one molecule by mopping up liberated HCl. It is used as a secondary plasticizer and co-stabilizer for polyvinyl chloride, where it also scavenges the hydrogen chloride liberated during PVC processing.
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Glycols & Polyols
Ethylene Glycol Distearate (Glycol Distearate, EGDS)
CAS 627-83-8
A stearate diester that delivers pearlescence and body to surfactant formulations. In surfactant systems it imparts a pearl or opaque appearance while also acting as an emulsifier, emollient, and viscosity modifier.
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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
CAS 5466-77-3
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Ethylhexyl Stearate (Octyl Stearate)
CAS 22047-49-0
A light-feel stearate ester for emollient and lubricant duty. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics and as a lubricant and surface modifier in industrial formulations.
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Glycols & Polyols
Ethylhexylglycerin (Octoxyglycerin)
CAS 70445-33-9
A multifunctional glyceryl ether formulated into personal-care products as a skin-conditioning additive. It also appears on fragrance ingredient inventories.
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Acids & Salts
Farnesyl Acetate, Farnesol & Panthenyl Triacetate
CAS 29548-30-9
A sesquiterpenoid-and-panthenyl ester blend for fragrance and cosmetic formulating. Farnesyl acetate and farnesol are sesquiterpenoid fragrance materials, while panthenyl triacetate is a triacetate ester used as a personal-care ingredient.
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Glycerides, C12-18
CAS 67701-26-2
A blended fatty-acid glyceride lipid supplied as an emollient and emulsifier base for formulators. It is supplied as a lipid base for personal-care and related formulations.
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Glycols & Polyols
Glyceryl Cocoate (Glycerol Monococoate)
CAS 26402-26-6
A coconut-derived monoglyceride that conditions and emulsifies in cleansing and skin-care systems. It is used as an emollient and emulsifying ingredient in personal-care formulations.
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Glyceryl Distearate (Distearin)
CAS 1323-83-7
A glyceryl diester (distearin) used as an opacifier, pearlizing agent, and co-emulsifier/viscosity builder in personal-care and industrial emulsions.
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Glyceryl Laurate (Glyceryl Monolaurate, Monolaurin)
CAS 37318-95-9
Lipophilic monoglyceride that bridges oil and water phases in low-irritation surfactant systems. Used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and emulsifying agent, and in industrial systems as a dispersing and lubricating additive.
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Glycols & Polyols
Glyceryl Monooleate (Glyceryl Oleate, Monoolein)
CAS 25496-72-4
A nonionic oleic-acid monoglyceride that emulsifies and lubricates across food, coatings and metalworking. It is used as a surface-active emulsifier in foods, coatings and personal care, as a lubricating agent, in rust-preventive oils, and as a vinyl light-stabilizer and textile-finishing additive.
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Glyceryl Monopalmitate (Monopalmitin)
CAS 542-44-9
A C16 monoglyceride (1-monopalmitin) used as a nonionic co-emulsifier, emollient, and consistency/structuring agent in creams, lotions, and stick formulations.
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Glyceryl Monostearate SE (GMS)
CAS 123-94-4
Acid-tolerant self-emulsifying monostearate that builds body and stability in a single addition. Used as a primary O/W emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic emulsions, and as an emulsifier and release aid in food and industrial applications.
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Glyceryl Oleate (Glyceryl Monooleate, GMO)
CAS 111-03-5
Unsaturated monoglyceride prized for cold-process emulsification and high oil-phase loading. Common in cosmetic and personal-care emulsions and as an emulsifying/dispersing additive in industrial formulations.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate (Glyceryl Monostearate, GMS)
CAS 31566-31-1
Workhorse nonionic monoglyceride that stabilizes emulsions and adds richness across personal-care, food, and polymer systems. Used in cosmetic emulsions as an emulsifying and consistency agent, in foods as an emulsifier and firming agent, and industrially as an anti-static agent, plasticizer, and lubricant.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate Self-Emulsifying Beads (GMS-SE)
CAS 68308-54-3
Dust-controlled bead form of self-emulsifying monostearate for clean handling and fast dispersion. Used as a primary emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic creams and lotions, and as an emulsifier/release aid in food and industrial systems.
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Glyceryl Stearate Self-Emulsifying Flakes (GMS-SE)
CAS 11099-07-3
Flake form of self-emulsifying monostearate for rapid melt-in and easy weigh-out. Used as a primary emulsifier, opacifier, and consistency agent in cosmetic emulsions and as an emulsifier/release aid in food and industrial applications.
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Golden Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil)
CAS 61789-91-1
Oxidatively stable liquid wax ester that mimics skin sebum and resists rancidity in long-shelf-life formulas. Used as an emollient and skin/hair-conditioning agent in cosmetics and as a high-stability industrial lubricant.
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Hemp Seed Oil (Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, THC-Free)
CAS 89997-04-6
Polyunsaturated seed oil supplying a THC-free, omega-rich lipid base for skin care and coatings. Used as an emollient and carrier oil in cosmetic and personal-care formulations and as an industrial drying oil in coatings and as a biodiesel feedstock.
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Hexamethyldisiloxane (MM, HMDSO)
CAS 107-46-0
Hexamethyldisiloxane (MM / HMDSO, CAS 107-46-0) is the shortest linear siloxane and the most volatile silicone fluid, at about 0.65 cSt — sold in the trade as MM fluid. It acts as a chain stopper in PDMS manufacture, a fast-evaporating carrier in personal care, and…
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Hexyl Laurate (Hexyl Dodecanoate)
CAS 34316-64-8
Low-viscosity ester emollient that delivers a dry, fast-absorbing skin feel. Used as a light, fast-spreading emollient and skin-conditioning ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
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Hexyldecyl Stearate
CAS 25339-09-7
A liquid fatty-acid ester supplied to personal-care formulators as an emollient oil-phase base. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester.
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High-Oleic Safflower Oil (Safflower Oil)
CAS 8001-23-8
An oxidatively stable, high-oleic vegetable oil for food, cosmetic, and oleochemical use. It is supplied as an edible oil, a cosmetic emollient and carrier oil, and an oleochemical feedstock.
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Homosalate
CAS 118-56-9
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Specialty Additives
Hydroabietyl Alcohol (Dihydroabietyl Alcohol)
CAS 68551-13-3
A pale, rosin-derived primary alcohol used as a tackifier and resinous plasticizer in adhesives and coatings. Its tack, pale color, solvent solubility, and compatibility with resins, film-formers, and oils make it a resinous plasticizer and tackifier in adhesives, sealants, plastics, lacquers, inks, and coatings.
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Hydrogenated Coconut Oil (CNO)
CAS 61788-45-2
A hardened coconut-derived fat supplied as an emollient and structuring base for soaps, cosmetics, and oleochemicals. It is used as an emollient and skin-conditioning base in personal-care formulations and as a structuring fat and oleochemical feedstock.
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
CAS 92128-87-5
A saturated phospholipid emulsifier supplied for stable oil-in-water and liposomal personal-care systems. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
CAS 68937-10-0
A clear synthetic hydrocarbon supplied as an emollient and gloss/film base for lip and skin care. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient, occlusive, and viscosity-building base.
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Isoamyl Cocoate (Isoamyl Laurate)
CAS 6309-51-9
A light coconut-derived branched-chain ester supplied to personal-care formulators as an emollient oil-phase component. It is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning ester.
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