INCI
Cosmetic ingredient

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE is a manufactured organic antioxidant, also known as Antioxidant 1010. Its structure combines four phenolic portions with a pentaerythritol core through propionate groups; the phenolic groups are the part of the molecule that can interrupt oxidation reactions. It is not a plant oil or botanical extract, despite its long chemical-sounding name.

Molecular structure of PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE
2D molecular structure
CAS number
6683-19-8
EC number
229-722-6
Molecular formula
C73H108O12
Molecular weight
1177.6
Chemical name
Benzenepropanoic acid, 3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxy-, 2,2-bis[[3-[3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropoxy] methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester
InChIKey
BGYHLZZASRKEJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE: what it is

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE is a manufactured organic antioxidant, also known as Antioxidant 1010. Its structure combines four phenolic portions with a pentaerythritol core through propionate groups; the phenolic groups are the part of the molecule that can interrupt oxidation reactions. It is not a plant oil or botanical extract, despite its long chemical-sounding name.

It is a large, low-volatility molecule designed to remain in the oil phase or other parts of a formula that need stability. It should not be confused with antioxidants added for a direct skin effect: its main relevance is the chemical behavior of the product itself over its shelf life, rather than a promise to treat the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE: what it does in cosmetics

In cosmetics, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE helps slow the oxidation of vulnerable formula components. In practical terms, this can help an oil-based base or a fragrance retain its odor, color, and texture more consistently while the product is stored and used. It supports the stability of the preparation; it is not an active intended to moisturize, brighten, or correct the skin.

A published safety assessment described cosmetic uses up to 0.8% and a repeated patch test at 0.5%. Those figures belong to the conditions examined and do not predict individual tolerance or the performance of every finished product. For someone reading a label, the reasonable expectation is a component that helps preserve the formula against oxidation, not an isolated clinical benefit for the skin.

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