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Dermol 99 is a highly branched low molecular weight dry and silky ester that exhibits unique characteristics including extremely low freeze point, low viscosity, good penetrating power, excellent solubility and compatibility in a variety of ingredients such as esters, volatile silicones, mineral and vegetable oils. The unique properties lend themselves for use in numerous cosmetic applications such as skin toners, bath oils, light creams and lotions.

INCI Name: Isononyl Isononanoate

Functions: Anti-Tack Agent, Binder, Plasticizer

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Binding, Dry Feel, Non-Tacky, Plasticizing

Synonyms: 3,5,5-Trimethylhexyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate, Wickenol 151

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
59219-71-5
EC No.
261-665-2

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Color Cosmetic Applications
Hair Care Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Dermol 99 is a highly branched low molecular weight dry and silky ester that exhibits unique characteristics including extremely low freeze point, low viscosity, good penetrating power, excellent solubility and compatibility in a variety of ingredients such as esters, volatile silicones, mineral and vegetable oils. The unique properties of Dermol 99 lend themselves for use in numerous cosmetic applications; for example, skin toners, bath oils, light creams and lotions.
  • Dermol 99 acts as a replacement for volatile silicones in antiperspirants where it reduces tackiness and prevents clogging in aerosols and as a resin plasticizer in hair sprays. It also functions as a binder for powder and pigments and gives a nice dry feel to powders and foundations.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear Colorless Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Value0.1mg KOH/g
Color5.0APHA
Flash Point (COC)135.0°C
Free Acid as Isononanoic0 (mol wt 158)
Freeze Pointmax. -20°C
Iodine Value0.0
Molecular Weight284.0
Pounds per Gallon (at 25°C)7.1
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.435
Saponification Value197.0mg KOH/g
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.854