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Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides (MCT Oil)
Pack sizes up to 1 L are sold by volume; bulk sizes above 1 L are sold by weight in kilograms.
*Eligible Australian orders up to 10 kg. Bulk freight excluded.

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INGREDIENT OVERVIEW
Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides (MCT Oil)
Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides is a lightweight cosmetic emollient used to improve spreadability, slip and overall skin feel. It is widely used in creams, lotions, serums, facial oils, cleansing oils and anhydrous formulations where a smooth, lightweight finish is desired.
JNA's Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides is supplied as a high-purity cosmetic-grade material selected for clarity, consistency and predictable formulation performance.
In formulation, it can be used as a versatile emollient and carrier or blended with richer botanical oils to reduce heaviness and improve application.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
- Ingredient: Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides
- INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides
- CAS: 73398-61-5
- Solubility: Oil dispersible
- Typical use level:
- Leave-on: 2–20%
- Rinse-off: 2–10%
- Often used as a base oil
- Starter: 5–10% for most formulations
FORMULATION NOTES
Processing notes
Add to oil phase. Suitable for cold and heated processing.
Compatibility notes
- Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
- Works well with emulsifiers and oils
- Suitable for a wide range of formulations
pH notes
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
SENSORY PROFILE
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.
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