Tricaprylin
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glycerol trioctanoate
What does it do?
Tricaprylin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Tricaprylin 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 Tricaprylin?
Tricaprylin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycerol trioctanoate
Is Tricaprylin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tricaprylin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tricaprylin do in cosmetic products?
Tricaprylin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Tricaprylin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tricaprylin is 538-23-8.
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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: 21/11/2016