Potassium Caprylate
What is it?
Potassium Caprylate is the potasssium salt of caprylic acid that conforms to the formula:(structure)
EU regulatory status
Potassium 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 Potassium Caprylate?
Potassium Caprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium Caprylate is the potasssium salt of caprylic acid that conforms to the formula:(structure)
Is Potassium Caprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Caprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/07/2012