Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate

INCI: DIPOTASSIUM CAPRYLOYL GLUTAMATE

CAS Number
68797-34-2 (capryloyl glutamate, dipotassium salt)
Function
Surfactant, cleansing agent, deodorant agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted - CIR reviewed amino acid alkyl amides as safe in present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Mild surfactant with low irritancy potential when properly formulated; in vitro eye irritation studies on disodium capryloyl glutamate (up to 2%) showed no ocular irritation.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate safe in cosmetics?

Mild surfactant with low irritancy potential when properly formulated; in vitro eye irritation studies on disodium capryloyl glutamate (up to 2%) showed no ocular irritation. The EU classifies Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate do in cosmetics?

Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate functions as: Surfactant, cleansing agent, deodorant agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68797-34-2 (capryloyl glutamate, dipotassium salt).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate?

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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