Capryloyl Sarcosine

INCI: CAPRYLOYL SARCOSINE

CAS Number
2421-32-1
Function
Anti-sebum activity, preservative boosting, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Good safety profile; may enhance penetration of other ingredients

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

preservative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capryloyl Sarcosine safe in cosmetics?

Good safety profile; may enhance penetration of other ingredients The EU classifies Capryloyl Sarcosine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Capryloyl Sarcosine allowed in the EU?

Capryloyl Sarcosine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Capryloyl Sarcosine do in cosmetics?

Capryloyl Sarcosine functions as: Anti-sebum activity, preservative boosting, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2421-32-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Capryloyl Sarcosine?

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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