Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Relatively new derivative — no dedicated CIR monograph for this specific ester; parent HA is CIR-reviewed favorably; the caprooyl modification may slightly increase penetration vs. native HA — verify with supplier for penetration data if formulating for barrier-only applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate safe in cosmetics?
Relatively new derivative — no dedicated CIR monograph for this specific ester; parent HA is CIR-reviewed favorably; the caprooyl modification may slightly increase penetration vs. native HA — verify with supplier for penetration data if formulating for barrier-only applications The EU classifies Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate functions as: Skin conditioning, humectant (lipophilically modified hyaluronic acid — caprooyl/C6 fatty acid ester of hyaluronate for enhanced skin penetration and emolliency). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (modified HA derivative).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate?
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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