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INGREDIENT DICTIONARY

Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides

INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides | CAS #: 73398-61-5
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Caprylic/capric
triglycerides is a lightweight emollient used in cosmetic formulations to
improve spreadability and overall formulation feel.

What is Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides & why is it used?

Caprylic/capric triglycerides is used in formulations as a base oil and carrier to improve sensory profile and formulation balance.

QUALITY MATTERS

Why specification quality matters

High-purity cosmetic grade caprylic/capric triglycerides with verified assay (99.67%) and stable oxidative profile, supporting consistent formulation performance.

Appearance Colorless to slightly yellowish clear liquid
Solubility Oil dispersible
Primary function Emollient
Use level 2.0–20.0%

Behaviour in formulations

Caprylic/capric triglycerides integrates into oil phases and improves texture and spreadability.

Sensory notes

Caprylic/capric triglycerides provides a light, smooth skin feel with good spreadability and
low greasiness. It improves application and helps balance heavier oils. Sensory outcome is formulation-dependent; bench testing is recommended.

Formulation considerations

PROCESSING

Add to oil phase. Suitable for cold and heated processing.

COMPATIBILITY
  • Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
  • Works well with emulsifiers and oils
  • Suitable for a wide range of formulations
pH
Not pH dependent
FORMULATION EXAMPLES

Cream or lotion

  • Caprylic/capric triglycerides: 5–10%
  • Emollients and emulsifier system

 Facial oil

  • Caprylic/capric triglycerides: 30–70%
  • Other oils and actives

Use level considerations

Recommended range 2.0–20.0%
Suggested starting level 5–10% for most formulations%

Typically used at 2–20% depending on formulation type.

Formulation summary

Caprylic/capric triglycerides is a versatile emollient used to improve formulation performance and sensory profile.

Quality notes

High-purity cosmetic grade caprylic/capric triglycerides with verified assay (99.67%) and stable oxidative profile, supporting consistent formulation performance.