Potassium Caprylate/caprate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium Caprylate/Caprate is the potassium salt of a mixture of Caprylic Acid and Capric Acid
What does it do?
Potassium Caprylate/caprate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
EU regulatory status
Potassium 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 Potassium Caprylate/caprate?
Potassium Caprylate/caprate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium Caprylate/Caprate is the potassium salt of a mixture of Caprylic Acid and Capric Acid
Is Potassium Caprylate/caprate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Caprylate/caprate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Caprylate/caprate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Caprylate/caprate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Caprylate/caprate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Caprylate/caprate is -.
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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