Isoamyl Laurate
AKA “6309-51-9, 3-METHYLBUTYL DODECANOATE, Isopentyl dodecanoate, Isopentyl laurate, Dodecanoic acid, 3-methylbutyl ester, Isopentyl dodecylate, iso-Amyl n-dodecanoate, Isoamyl laurate (natural), UNII-M1SLX00M3M
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Ingredient Facts
Isoamyl laurate
AKA: 6309-51-9, 3-METHYLBUTYL DODECANOATE, Isopentyl dodecanoate, Isopentyl laurate, Dodecanoic acid, 3-methylbutyl ester, Isopentyl dodecylate, Iso-Amyl n-dodecanoate, Isoamyl laurate (natural), UNII-M1SLX00M3M
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Solubility soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water
Formula
C17H34O2
Mol. Weight
270.50
CAS #
6309-51-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Softens & Smooths
Conditions Skin
Smooths and softens skin
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR