Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
INCI: CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Dermal Penetration Profile
Skin absorption and penetration characteristics of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, relevant to systemic exposure and MoS calculations.
Source: CIR
Expert Verdict
CIR Expert Panel confirmed very low toxicity; FDA GRAS for food use. Clinical in vivo evidence demonstrates skin hydration increase and TEWL reduction. Excellent oxidative stability due to fully saturated C8/C10 chains with no peroxidation concern. Functions as standard emollient carrier and as lipid matrix in advanced nanocarrier systems (SLN, NLC) and phospholipid delivery vehicles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride safe in cosmetics?
CIR Expert Panel confirmed very low toxicity; FDA GRAS for food use. Clinical in vivo evidence demonstrates skin hydration increase and TEWL reduction. Excellent oxidative stability due to fully saturated C8/C10 chains with no peroxidation concern. Functions as standard emollient carrier and as lipid matrix in advanced nanocarrier systems (SLN, NLC) and phospholipid delivery vehicles. The EU classifies Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride allowed in the EU?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride do in cosmetics?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride functions as: Fractionated medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) ester composed of caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) fatty acids esterified to glycerol. Derived from coconut or palm kernel oil by fractionation. Functions as emollient, skin-conditioning agent, carrier, solvent, and lipid matrix for advanced delivery systems. Fully saturated with excellent oxidative stability. Used as carrier lipid in Solid Lipid Nanoparticle (SLN) and Nanostructured Lipid Carrier (NLC) formulations and as the lipid vehicle in phospholipid delivery systems for encapsulation of lipophilic actives.. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 65381-09-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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