Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate

INCI: DICAPRYLYL/CAPRYL SEBACATE

CAS Number
No CAS assigned
Function
Skin conditioning — emollient, plasticiser, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — reviewed by CIR under sebacic acid/dicarboxylic acid esters group

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No CAS assigned suggests limited standalone characterization; safety relies on read-across from related esters.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate safe in cosmetics?

No CAS assigned suggests limited standalone characterization; safety relies on read-across from related esters. The EU classifies Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate allowed in the EU?

Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate do in cosmetics?

Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient, plasticiser, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No CAS assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dicaprylyl/Capryl Sebacate?

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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