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PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE

Last update on Jul 3, 2025

Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is a multifunctional ingredient commonly used in cosmetics for its thickening, stabilizing, and emollient properties. It imparts a smooth, luxurious feel to products like creams, lotions, and makeup. By forming a protective layer on the skin, it helps prevent moisture loss and enhances the long-wear performance of lipsticks and foundations. Additionally, Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is non-greasy and non-comedogenic, making it suitable for all skin types. Its binding properties contribute to the stability of beauty products. The chemical formula of Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is C₇₇H₁₄₈O₈. It appears as a dry powder or crystal in its raw form.

CAS Number: 115-83-3Chem/IUPAC Name: Pentaerythritol tetrastearateEINECS/ELINCS No: 204-110-1COSING REF No: 36478

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Paester™ PETS

by Brenntag Beauty & Personal Care

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DUB PTS

by Stearinerie Dubois

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Dapracare® PETS

by Italmatch Chemicals

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What is PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE used for?

Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is a versatile ingredient highly valued in cosmetics for enhancing the texture and performance of beauty products. It serves primarily as a thickener and emulsifier. It helps create smooth, creamy consistencies in lotions, creams, and foundations. It also ensures uniformity by blending oil and water components in formulations, maintaining product integrity over time. Additionally, Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate locks moisture into the skin, preventing moisture loss and leaving it feeling velvety and conditioned. In hair care, it conditions the hair and enhances shine. Its lightweight yet effective formula allows deep hydration without weighing down the skin or hair.

Origin

Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is synthesized by reacting pentaerythritol with stearic acid in the presence of an acid catalyst. This esterification reaction results in the formation of the desired ingredient, with water as a byproduct. The final product is then purified for use in cosmetics.

What does PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRASTEARATE do in a formulation?

BINDING|

EMOLLIENT|

EMULSIFYING|

HAIR CONDITIONING|

HUMECTANT|

MOISTURISING|

SKIN CONDITIONING|

SMOOTHING|

STABILISING

Safety Profile

Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate is a safe and non-toxic ingredient. It can be used in cosmetics at concentrations of up to 55% without any risks. Safety evaluations have shown no irritation or sensitization associated with this ingredient. However, it is advised to conduct patch tests before full application to ensure individual compatibility.