Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
7 study endpoints found for Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | - | - | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | - | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | - | - | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
| NOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | - | - | reproductive | SCCS_PDF_extraction |
Expert Verdict
CIR-assessed safe as used in alkyl esters group with clean safety profile; low irritation risk when formulated appropriately.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?
CIR-assessed safe as used in alkyl esters group with clean safety profile; low irritation risk when formulated appropriately. The EU classifies Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 7 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?
Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?
Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: N/A.
What is the Margin of Safety for Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate is 30 mg/kg bw/day based on a toxicological study via dermal route in rat. A total of 7 study endpoints are available. Source: SCCS_PDF_extraction.
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