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Capryloyl Glycine

N-Octanoylglycine

Safety Notes

Lipoamino acid with antimicrobial and sebum-normalising activity, valued in anti-acne, anti-odour and clean-preservation systems. Mild and biodegradable.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antimicrobial / Sebum regulation / Surfactant

Category

Preservative / Antimicrobial

Common In

Anti-blemish and mattifying skincare, deodorants, natural preservative blends

Origin

Amino-acid derived (glycine + caprylic acid)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No specific limit; use at self-determined safe level per safety assessment

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked

Baby restriction: None identified for standard cosmetic use

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capryloyl Glycine safe to use in skincare?

Capryloyl Glycine has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Lipoamino acid with antimicrobial and sebum-normalising activity, valued in anti-acne, anti-odour and clean-preservation systems. Mild and biodegradable.

Is Capryloyl Glycine allowed in India?

Capryloyl Glycine is currently classified as "Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked.

What is Capryloyl Glycine used for in cosmetics?

Capryloyl Glycine functions as: Antimicrobial / Sebum regulation / Surfactant. It is commonly found in: Anti-blemish and mattifying skincare, deodorants, natural preservative blends.

Is Capryloyl Glycine safe for babies?

Capryloyl Glycine has baby/child restrictions: None identified for standard cosmetic use. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted; no specific 21 CFR cosmetic restriction identified in source checked
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted; no specific MFDS restriction identified in source checked
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; standard framework applies; no therapeutic listing unless therapeutic claims made
Canada (NHPID)
Not listed as restricted on Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist in source checked; standard cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS14246-53-8
EC238-124-3

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