Xylityl Caprylate

INCI: XYLITYL CAPRYLATE

CAS Number
not individually assigned (monoester of caprylic acid and xylitol)
Function
Antimicrobial, Deodorant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant (Cleansing), Surfactant (Emulsifying)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Same preservative-claim considerations as Xylityl Caprate/Caprylate โ€” not Annex V listed; challenge test required if used for antimicrobial preservation; limited formal safety dossier

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xylityl Caprylate safe in cosmetics?

Same preservative-claim considerations as Xylityl Caprate/Caprylate โ€” not Annex V listed; challenge test required if used for antimicrobial preservation; limited formal safety dossier The EU classifies Xylityl Caprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Xylityl Caprylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Xylityl Caprylate do in cosmetics?

Xylityl Caprylate functions as: Antimicrobial, Deodorant, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant (Cleansing), Surfactant (Emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: not individually assigned (monoester of caprylic acid and xylitol).

What is the Margin of Safety for Xylityl 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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