Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octanoic acid, 2-(2-hydroxypropoxy)-1-methylethyl ester
What does it do?
Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate 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
EU regulatory status
Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate 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 Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate?
Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octanoic acid, 2-(2-hydroxypropoxy)-1-methylethyl ester
Is Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate do in cosmetic products?
Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate is 220604-16-0.
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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