Synonym(s)
CAS number: 93803-89-5
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Pentaerythrityl refers to the tetravalent alcohol pentaerythritol (also called pentaerythritol), which is quadruple-esterified with isononanoic acid (trimethylhexanoic acid). The prefix "penta" refers to the 5 carbon atoms of the molecule. Pentaerythrityl tetraisononanoate is used in cosmetic formulations. The tetraester acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
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