2-CAPRYLOYL CAPRYLOYL DIMETHYL ASPARTATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Dimethyl Aspartate is the organic compound. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
2-Capryloyl Capryloyl Dimethyl Aspartate is a synthetic diester of aspartic acid functioning as a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic products. This ingredient has a relatively recent entry in cosmetic formulations with limited long-term toxicological data publicly available. It is not listed in EU Annexes II (banned) or III (restricted), but lack of extensive data warrants cautious formulation use.
Skin benefits
- Acts as an emollient to soften and smooth skin
- May support skin barrier function through lipid replenishment
Known concerns
- Limited long-term safety data available
- Novel cosmetic ingredient with emerging rather than established safety profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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