Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-(methylamino)-, N-C8-10 acyl derivs.
What does it do?
Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide 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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide 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 Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide?
Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. D-Glucitol, 1-deoxy-1-(methylamino)-, N-C8-10 acyl derivs.
Is Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide do in cosmetic products?
Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Capryloyl/caproyl Methyl Glucamide is 1591782-62-5.
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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: 11/08/2015