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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, 100 ml
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is a light, “dry” vegetable emollient – a mixture of esters formed by esterification of fatty alcohols from coconut oil with caprylic and capric acids (C8/C10) . full description
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Product description
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is a light, “dry” vegetable emollient – a mixture of esters formed by esterification of fatty alcohols from coconut oil with caprylic and capric acids (C8/C10). In cosmetics it is used as a modern alternative to silicones: it improves spreadability, reduces the greasy feel and gives the product a pleasant, velvety slip without a heavy film.
Key benefits
- Light, “dry” emolliency – does not leave a heavy greasy feel.
- Silicone-like effect in more natural formulations: smooth slip and velvety finish.
- Improves spreading of creams, butters, balms and oil serums.
- Softens and smooths the surface of skin and hair (better product sensoriality).
- Helps reduce tackiness and heaviness of richer oil phases.
Suitable for products such as
- Body creams and lotions, light face creams and emulsions.
- Oil serums, dry oils and massage blends with a “non-greasy” feel.
- Lip balms and protective sticks (improved slip and comfort).
- Make-up and colour cosmetics (better pigment spreading, more pleasant finish).
- Hair care products – conditioners, leave-in products, oil treatment blends.
Use in formulation
- Soluble in: oils and fats (lipid phase).
- Miscible with: vegetable oils, butters, ester emollients and most lipid ingredients.
- Compatible with: common emulsifiers and preservative systems used in emulsions (with appropriate pH and formula design).
- Recommended dosage: as a guideline 2–20 % depending on product type (lower for light face/body creams, higher for balms and oil-based products).
- Technological notes: add to the oil phase; helps improve sensoriality even with a higher content of heavy butters and waxes.
Safety and storage
- Avoid contact with eyes; in case of contact, rinse with water.
- Follow normal hygiene practices during handling and use clean tools.
- Store in a well-closed container, in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.
- Keep out of reach of children.
FAQ
Yes, it is often used to enhance slip and the feel of “smoothed” hair. However, it does not behave identically to silicones – the result depends on the overall formula and hair type.
Yes, it belongs among emollients that significantly improve the sensorial profile of oil blends and help create a drier, lighter finish.
It can change the viscosity and behaviour of the oil phase. At higher dosage it is advisable to verify stability (heat/cold cycles, centrifuge) and, if necessary, adjust the emulsifier or fat content.
Yes, it improves slip and comfort during application. In sticks, however, it may soften the structure, so it is advisable to fine-tune the ratio of waxes and hard butters.
It is often used in light emulsions and “dry” oils, but suitability depends on individual tolerance and the overall composition. For problematic skin it is recommended to test the finished product on a smaller area first.
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Parameters
- INCI
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- CAS No.
- 95912-86-0
- EC number
- 306-082-7
- Country of origin
- Germany
- Grade
- Cosmetic Grade
- Processing method
- Chemical Reaction
- Odour
- Bez vône
- Appearance
- Kvapalina
- Formulation phase
- Oil phase
- Function in formulation
- Emollient
- Recommended processing temperature (°C)
- < 80 °C
- Recommended dosage range (%)
- 1 – 30 %
- Effects
- Hydration
- Suitable for
- All skin types
- HLB value
- 11 – 12
- Ionic character
- Non-ionic
- Recommended formulation pH range
- 3 – 12
- Biodegradability
- Easily Biodegradable (OECD 301)
- Natural Index (NI ISO 16128)
- 1,00
- Natural Origin Index (NOI ISO 16128)
- 1,00
- Certifications
- RSPO MB (Mass Balance)
- Renewable Carbon Content (RCC)
- 100 %
- Volume
- 100 ml
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