Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential mild skin irritation at high concentrations as with any anionic surfactant; best suited for rinse-off products
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?
Potential mild skin irritation at high concentrations as with any anionic surfactant; best suited for rinse-off products The EU classifies Sodium Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Mixture — Sodium Caprylate: 1984-06-1; Sodium Caprate: 1002-62-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Caprylate/Caprate?
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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