Propylene glycol dicaprylate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 7384-98-7; Propylene di(octanoates)

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Propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol)" refers to a divalent alcohol which, due to its chemical and physical properties, is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and technology both as a monosubstance and as a component of an ester; "caprylate" refers to salt/ester of caprylic acid (n-octanoic acid).

Propylene glycol dicaprylate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as a viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products).

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Caprylic acid; Emollient;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020