Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, plasticiser, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctyl Caprylate/Caprate is the ester of a branched chain octyl alcohol with a mixture of caprylic and capric acids
What does it do?
Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
-
Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
-
Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
-
Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate 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 Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate?
Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctyl Caprylate/Caprate is the ester of a branched chain octyl alcohol with a mixture of caprylic and capric acids
Is Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate do in cosmetic products?
Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, plasticiser, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isooctyl Caprylate/caprate is -.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010