CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE

What it is: It is a lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It enhances the spreadability of products and also acts as a stabilizer.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

European Union – CIR	Safe to use, as per current practice
European Union – SCCS	No data available
US FDA	Data unavailable
ASEAN guidelines	No data available

Conclusion
As per the above regional guidelines, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is safe as per the current practice of use.

Reference book

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
https://european-union.europa.eu
https://www.cir-safety.org
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
https://www.mdpi.com
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in

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