Glyceryl Undecylenate is an ester derived from undecylenic acid and glycerine. It functions as a skin-conditioning agent, helping to hydrate the skin and lock in moisture. In personal care and cosmetic formulations, it also acts as a natural preservative, providing antimicrobial protection and supporting emulsion stability.
Due to its low viscosity, Glyceryl Undecylenate is widely used in creams, shampoos, acne-treatment products, and deodorants. It is often combined with glyceryl caprylate to enhance antimicrobial efficacy and preservative performance.
CAS No.: 62285-15-8
Synonyms: Glyceryl 1-undecylenate, Glyceryl Mono-undecylenate,Â
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C14H26O4 |
| IUPAC name | 2,3-dihydroxypropyl undec-10-enoate |
| Molecular weight | 258.35Â g/mol |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in oils, alcohols, |
| Odor | Mild |
| Flash point | >100 °C |
| Color | White to pale yellow |
| State | Crystal or powder |
| Melting point | < 25 °C (liquid at room temperature) |
Common side effects
Severe side effects
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| Precautionary statements : | N.A |
Glyceryl Undecylenate is an ester derived from undecylenic acid and glycerine. It functions as a skin-conditioning agent, helping to hydrate the skin and lock in moisture. In personal care and cosmetic formulations, it also acts as a natural preservative, providing antimicrobial protection and supporting emulsion stability.
Due to its low viscosity, Glyceryl Undecylenate is widely used in creams, shampoos, acne-treatment products, and deodorants. It is often combined with glyceryl caprylate to enhance antimicrobial efficacy and preservative performance.
CAS No.: 62285-15-8
Synonyms: Glyceryl 1-undecylenate, Glyceryl Mono-undecylenate,Â
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C14H26O4 |
| IUPAC name | 2,3-dihydroxypropyl undec-10-enoate |
| Molecular weight | 258.35Â g/mol |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in oils, alcohols, |
| Odor | Mild |
| Flash point | >100 °C |
| Color | White to pale yellow |
| State | Crystal or powder |
| Melting point | < 25 °C (liquid at room temperature) |
Common side effects
Severe side effects
| Pictograms : | N.A |
| Hazard Statements : | N.A |
| Precautionary statements : | N.A |
Glyceryl Undecylenate is generally considered safe for skin and is widely used in cosmetic formulations as a skin-conditioning agent, emollient, and antimicrobial agent.
Glyceryl undecylenate is considered a natural or naturally derived ingredient as it is produced by esterifying glycerine (usually plant-derived) with undecylenic acid, a fatty acid obtained from castor oil.
Glyceryl Undecylenate is generally considered good for hair, offering moisturizing, conditioning, antifungal, and antimicrobial benefits that help keep hair healthy; however, a patch test is recommended.
