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Caprylic Acid

Octanoic acid / C8 fatty acid

Safety Notes

C8 fatty acid; antimicrobial; from coconut oil; COSMOS-approved; low sensitization risk; component of glyceryl caprylate preservative booster

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Antimicrobial / Preservative Booster

Category

Emollient

Common In

Natural preservation systems emollients

Origin

Vegetable (coconut)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caprylic Acid safe to use in skincare?

Caprylic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. C8 fatty acid; antimicrobial; from coconut oil; COSMOS-approved; low sensitization risk; component of glyceryl caprylate preservative booster

Is Caprylic Acid allowed in India?

Caprylic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Caprylic Acid used for in cosmetics?

Caprylic Acid functions as: Emollient / Antimicrobial / Preservative Booster. It is commonly found in: Natural preservation systems emollients.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS124-07-2
EC204-677-5

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