Allowed in EU

Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate

A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Potassium hydrogen 2-octanamidopentanedioate

What does it do?

Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Deodorant

    reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate 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 Capryloyl Glutamate?

Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium hydrogen 2-octanamidopentanedioate

Is Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate do in cosmetic products?

Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Capryloyl Glutamate 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