Tricaprin

INCI: TRICAPRIN (GLYCERYL TRICAPRATE)

CAS Number
621-71-6
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR assessed safe as part of the glyceryl triesters group (2001 report)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

None significant; well-established triglyceride with long use history

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tricaprin safe in cosmetics?

None significant; well-established triglyceride with long use history The EU classifies Tricaprin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Tricaprin allowed in the EU?

Tricaprin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Tricaprin do in cosmetics?

Tricaprin functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 621-71-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Tricaprin?

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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