Xylityl Sesquicaprylate

INCI: XYLITYL SESQUICAPRYLATE

CAS Number
431-03-8 region — not widely published; relatively novel emollient ester
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; not specifically CIR-reviewed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Relatively new specialty emollient with limited published independent safety studies; supported mainly by supplier safety dossiers; metabolites (xylitol, caprylic acid) are well-characterized and safe.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xylityl Sesquicaprylate safe in cosmetics?

Relatively new specialty emollient with limited published independent safety studies; supported mainly by supplier safety dossiers; metabolites (xylitol, caprylic acid) are well-characterized and safe. The EU classifies Xylityl Sesquicaprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Xylityl Sesquicaprylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Xylityl Sesquicaprylate do in cosmetics?

Xylityl Sesquicaprylate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 431-03-8 region — not widely published; relatively novel emollient ester.

What is the Margin of Safety for Xylityl Sesquicaprylate?

not established 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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