Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Multi-functional emollient used in cosmetics, lubricants, and pesticide carriers; ensure cosmetic-grade purity specification. ECHA notifications indicate no hazard criteria met for majority of submissions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?
Multi-functional emollient used in cosmetics, lubricants, and pesticide carriers; ensure cosmetic-grade purity specification. ECHA notifications indicate no hazard criteria met for majority of submissions. The EU classifies Methyl Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Methyl Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Emollient; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67762-39-4 / 68937-83-7 (mixture of methyl esters of C8 and C10 fatty acids).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl 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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