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Tyger Scientific 1,2-Octanediol, Caprylyl Glycol (Natural), CAS 1117-86-8

1,2-Octanediol, also known as caprylyl glycol, 1,2-Dihydroxyoctane, and 1,2-Octylene glycol, is a diol with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)5CHOHCH2OH. It is a common component of many creams and ointments, where it is used as a skin conditioning agent. It is also noted to have some antimicrobial (preserving) ability. 1,2-octanediol is a diol derived from caprylic acid, a saturated fatty acid found some plants (coconut and palm oils) and animals (some mammals). Caprylyl glycol is a medium chain triglyceride known to have antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

INCI Name: Caprylyl Glycol

Functions: Anti-Inflammatory, Bacteriostatic Agent, Conditioner, Fungistatic Agent, Humectant, Stabilizer

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Humectancy, Stabilizing

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    Identification & Functionality

    CAS No.
    1117-86-8
    EC No.
    214-254-7
    Product Details
    • Category : Solvent (Lab Chemical)
    • Formula weight : 146.13

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Skin Care Applications
    Sun Care Applications
    Treatment Product Applications
    Uses

    Caprylyl glycol is used in cosmetics, sun screens, cleansers and moisturizers as a skin conditioner, humectant (to reduce moisture loss) and stabilizer and is most commonly used by cosmetic formulators and cosmetic companies.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Assaymin. 95%

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Packaging Information
    • Container : 4 Liter Amber Glass Bottle
    • Product Weight : 4.54 kg
    • Dimensions : 12 × 12 × 12 cm