Is Coco-Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Also known as: Captex 170EP
INCI: COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate (CAS 95912-86-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning. NOAEL 800 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
dodecyl decanoate;dodecyl octanoate
InChIKey
XJFGDLJQUJQUEI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted by FDA. CIR reviewed as part of 239 alkyl esters group — concluded safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Coco-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 | =1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | short-term | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Coco-Caprylate/Caprate across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
1,000 - 10,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Additional Ingredient Properties
10 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
{"anti_acne_mechanism": "anti_inflammatory", "comedogenicity_rating_0_to_5": "1", "acne_type_efficacy": "inflammatory", "sebum_reduction_pct_clinical": "0-5", "prescription_required_usa": "No", "otc_drug_monograph_category": "No", "max_otc_concentration_pct": "No limit", "japan_quasi_drug_anti_acne": "No", "korea_functional_cosmetic_acne": "No", "eu_cosmetic_restriction_acne": "No restriction", "c…
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "1", "irritancy_rating": "0", "skin_type_suitability": "all,oily,combination,normal,acne-prone", "acne_safe": "yes", "source": "Light ester"}
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "mid-range", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "10", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "18", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "15", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "28", "supply_chain_volatility": "low", "primary_source_region": "Europe/Malaysia", "synthetic_vs_natural_cost_ratio": "1.8", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "300", "seasonal_price_variation": "low", "commodity_or_specialty": "…
ecotoxicity
{"biodegradable": "yes", "biodegradation_days": "28-60", "bioaccumulative": "no", "aquatic_toxicity_level": "low", "coral_reef_safe": "yes", "marine_toxicity": "very low toxicity", "freshwater_toxicity": "minimal impact", "endocrine_disruptor": "no", "persistent_organic_pollutant": "no", "microplastic": "no", "nano_particle": "no", "hawaii_banned": "no", "eu_restricted_environmental": "no", "palm_…
lipid
{"cas_number": "160391-53-7", "lipid_class": "ester", "botanical_source": "synthetic/derived", "plant_part": "derived", "extraction_method": "refined", "fatty_acid_profile_main_pct": "light coconut ester", "omega_classification": "saturated", "comedogenicity_rating_0_5": "1", "absorption_rate": "fast", "skin_feel": "dry", "spreadability": "excellent", "emollient_grade": "A_excellent", "primary_app…
ph_stability
{"optimal_ph_min": "3.0", "optimal_ph_max": "10.0", "stable_ph_min": "3.0", "stable_ph_max": "11.0", "ph_dependent_function": "Natural emollient ester", "formulation_note": "Fast-spreading", "source": "Formulation literature"}
sensory
{"silky": "light", "smooth, glides easily": "light, silky", "dry-touch, non-greasy": "dry-touch, smooth", "instant": "fast", "low": "low", "w/o": "o/w", "very-high": "excellent", "no": "no", "yes": "no", "1.40": "1.45", "transparent": "transparent", "colorless": "colorless", "excellent": "excellent", "light": "light", "synthetic": "botanical"}
silicone
{"cas_number": "Not silicone", "silicone_class": "other", "molecular_weight_Da": "310.0", "viscosity_cSt": "12", "volatility": "non_volatile", "evaporation_rate_relative_to_D5": "0.12", "refractive_index": "1.44", "specific_gravity": "0.855", "flash_point_C": "135.0", "surface_tension_mN_m": "26.8", "spreading_coefficient": "3.2", "film_forming_ability": "good", "skin_feel": "silky", "slip_and_gli…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Fragrance
Plasticizer
Regulatory List Membership (1)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Coco-Caprylate/Caprate by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Captex 170EP
Chemical Function
Plasticizer
Fragrance
Regulatory Lists
Europe; plastic_additive
IFRA Transparency
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coco-Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coco-Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95912-86-0.
What is the NOAEL for Coco-Caprylate/Caprate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is =1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a short-term study via oral route in Rat. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is Coco-Caprylate/Caprate used outside cosmetics?
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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