Xylityl Sesquicaprylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, deodorant, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is a mixture of mono- and diesters of Caprylic Acid and the hexitol anhydrides derived from Xylitol.
What does it do?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate 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 Xylityl Sesquicaprylate?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is a mixture of mono- and diesters of Caprylic Acid and the hexitol anhydrides derived from Xylitol.
Is Xylityl Sesquicaprylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Xylityl Sesquicaprylate do in cosmetic products?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, deodorant, humectant, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Xylityl Sesquicaprylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Xylityl Sesquicaprylate is 181632-90-6.
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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: 19/11/2018