Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propylene di(octanoate)
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate 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 Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate?
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propylene di(octanoate)
Is Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate is 7384-98-7.
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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