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TRIDECYL TRIMELLITATE

Last update on Feb 14, 2023

Tridecyl Trimellitate is a multi purpose ingredient that serves many purposes in the cosmetic industry. It is primarily an emollient that moisturizes the skin to leave it supple and healthy. Tridecyl Trimellitate appears as a clear thick, viscous liquid that is colorless or yellowish in color. This ingredient can also be used as a film former and texture enhancer - which improves the spreadability of the product. Further, Tridecyl Trimellitate is said to be the best alternative to mineral oil in cosmetics. The chemical formula of Tridecyl Trimellitate is C₃₉H₆₆O₆.

CAS Number: 94109-09-8Chem/IUPAC Name: Tri(tridecyl) benzene-1,2,4-tricarboxylateEINECS/ELINCS No: 302-446-4COSING REF No: 38699

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Soldoc TM 13

by Industrial Quimica Lasem S.A.U

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GLTEST® TMTD

by Guangdong Goodlight New Material Technology

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Creasil® TDTM

by The Innovation Company

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What is TRIDECYL TRIMELLITATE used for?

Tridecyl Trimellitate serves many purposes in the world of cosmetics and personal care and is hugely beneficial. It provides hydration to the skin and is also a film former, which means that it can lock moisture in and keep harmful environmental elements away from the surface. Tridecyl Trimellitate in cosmetics is used as the best alternative to mineral oil and has excellent pigment-dispersing properties. This ingredient also enhances the texture of the product and makes it richer.

Origin

Tridecyl Trimellitate is a synthetic ingredient that is a triester of trimellitic acid and tridecyl alcohol. The two compounds are reacted together to form a clear liquid that is high in viscosity - Tridecyl Trimellitate.

What does TRIDECYL TRIMELLITATE do in a formulation?

EMOLLIENT|

FILM FORMING|

SKIN CONDITIONING

Safety Profile

Tridecyl Trimellitate is a safe ingredient and is good for the skin. It can even be used in high concentrations of about 57%. Tridecyl Trimellitate works well for all skin types and is especially beneficial for dry skin. There are no adverse side effects to look out for, however, a patch test can be done before application. Further, Tridecyl Trimellitate is also vegan but it is not readily biodegradable.