Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride

INCI: CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC/LINOLEIC TRIGLYCERIDE

CAS Number
Not confirmed from available sources (UVCB substance)
Function
Skin conditioning agent - occlusive
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - included in CIR's 2022 Amended Safety Assessment of Triglycerides; found safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

CIR notes it is used in products near the eye, on mucous membranes, and in potentially ingested products, and still found safe. Mixed triester of glycerin with caprylic, capric, and linoleic acids; the linoleic acid component provides essential fatty acid benefits (omega-6); occlusive function helps prevent transepidermal water loss

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride safe in cosmetics?

CIR notes it is used in products near the eye, on mucous membranes, and in potentially ingested products, and still found safe. Mixed triester of glycerin with caprylic, capric, and linoleic acids; the linoleic acid component provides essential fatty acid benefits (omega-6); occlusive function helps prevent transepidermal water loss The EU classifies Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride allowed in the EU?

Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride do in cosmetics?

Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride functions as: Skin conditioning agent - occlusive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed from available sources (UVCB substance).

What is the Margin of Safety for Caprylic/Capric/Linoleic Triglyceride?

not established 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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