Diethylhexyl Maleate is an emollient, plasticizer, and film-forming agent that is frequently used in cosmetics and personal care products to improve the condition of skin and hair. It has the ability to form a protective barrier on the surface in order to reduce moisture loss and prevent dryness. It also improves the texture and appearance of skin and hair by providing a silky finish without leaving a greasy residue. In its raw form, Diethylhexyl Maleate appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild odor. It has a lightweight texture with low to moderate viscosity. The chemical formula of Diethylhexyl Maleate C20H36O4.
CAS Number: 142-16-5Chem/IUPAC Name: Bis(2-ethylhexyl)maleateEINECS/ELINCS No: 205-524-5COSING REF No: 33304Products with DIETHYLHEXYL MALEATE
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What is DIETHYLHEXYL MALEATE used for?
Diethylhexyl Maleate is primarily used as an emollient and film-former in cosmetics. It helps to soften and smooth the skin by creating a barrier that locks in moisture, making it ideal for lotions, creams, and sunscreens. In hair care, it conditions and enhances manageability by adding shine and reducing frizz. Its plasticizing properties are valuable in styling products, providing flexibility without stiffness. Additionally, Diethylhexyl Maleate improves the spreadability of formulations like sunscreens, lipsticks, and foundations, ensuring even application and long-lasting wear while imparting a lightweight, silky texture to the product.
Origin
Diethylhexyl Maleate is synthesized through esterification, a chemical reaction between maleic anhydride or maleic acid and 2-ethylhexanol in the presence of a catalyst. The reaction typically occurs under controlled heat, where water (a byproduct of esterification) is removed, driving the formation of the ester. Once the desired ester is formed, the mixture is purified to obtain the final product.
What does DIETHYLHEXYL MALEATE do in a formulation?
EMOLLIENT|
FILM FORMING|
HAIR CONDITIONING|
HAIR FIXING|
PLASTICISER|
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SMOOTHINGSafety Profile
Diethylhexyl Maleate is considered safe and non-toxic for use in cosmetics. It is well tolerated by most skin types and is also non-comedogenic - which means that it does not clog pores or cause acne breakouts. However, patch testing is recommended prior to full application. Regarding its safety for the environment, Diethylhexyl Maleate is not fully biodegradable raising concerns about its long-term environmental impact.
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DIETHYLHEXYL MALEATE technical profile
| Property | Values |
| Boiling Point | 156°C |
| Melting Point | -60°C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in oil |
| Viscosity | Low to moderate |
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