Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate

INCI: CYCLOHEXANEDIOL DICAPRYLATE

CAS Number
Not readily retrieved in open cosmetic databases; should be sourced from supplier SDS/TDS.
Function
Emollient, skin-conditioning agent, slip modifier; structurally analogous to other dicaprylyl/dicaprate monoalkylglycol diesters used for light, fast-spreading skin feel.
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually covered by CIR; would be covered by broader dialkyl ester safety assessment and general FDA requirements that cosmetics are safe under labeled use conditions.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Standard occlusivity-related considerations (potential for comedogenicity in some skin types) and routine monitoring for oxidation/hydrolysis products; otherwise low concern.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate safe in cosmetics?

Standard occlusivity-related considerations (potential for comedogenicity in some skin types) and routine monitoring for oxidation/hydrolysis products; otherwise low concern. The EU classifies Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate do in cosmetics?

Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate functions as: Emollient, skin-conditioning agent, slip modifier; structurally analogous to other dicaprylyl/dicaprate monoalkylglycol diesters used for light, fast-spreading skin feel.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily retrieved in open cosmetic databases; should be sourced from supplier SDS/TDS..

What is the Margin of Safety for Cyclohexanediol Dicaprylate?

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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