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Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate

INCI: GLYCERETH-3 CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (mixed ester of caprylic/capric acids + glycereth-3)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not prohibited or restricted; glycereth-3 backbone CIR-reviewed safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Contains potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide process impurities; lower ethoxylation degree results in lower molecular weight with potentially higher dermal penetration compared to higher glycereth homologues.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?

Contains potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide process impurities; lower ethoxylation degree results in lower molecular weight with potentially higher dermal penetration compared to higher glycereth homologues. The EU classifies Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?

Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?

Glycereth-3 Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (mixed ester of caprylic/capric acids + glycereth-3).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-3 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.

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