Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Propanetriol, triesters with decanoic, octanoic and butanedioic acids
What does it do?
Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride?
Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetriol, triesters with decanoic, octanoic and butanedioic acids
Is Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride do in cosmetic products?
Caprylic/capric/succinic Triglyceride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010