Synonym(s)
2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3,5,7-trihydroxy-4H-1-benzopyran-4-ones, octanoic acid esters
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Quercetin" refers to a naturally occurring flavonoid, "caprylate" to esters/salts of caprylic acid (octanoic acid).
The substance is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as an antioxidant (prevents or delays the decomposition of active ingredients and additives in magistral formulations even in low concentrations) and as a skin care product (keeps the skin in good condition).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer