TEA-Caprylate

INCI: TEA-CAPRYLATE (TEA SALT OF CAPRYLIC ACID/OCTANOIC ACID)

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing; Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically reviewed by CIR as an individual ingredient; caprylic acid reviewed as "safe as used" under fatty acids

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

NDELA formation risk; standard TEA restrictions apply

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TEA-Caprylate safe in cosmetics?

NDELA formation risk; standard TEA restrictions apply The EU classifies TEA-Caprylate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is TEA-Caprylate allowed in the EU?

TEA-Caprylate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does TEA-Caprylate do in cosmetics?

TEA-Caprylate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Caprylate?

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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