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Antioxidant

CAPRYLYL GALLATE

CAS 1034-01-1 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Octyl gallate — a fat-soluble antioxidant used to keep oils from going rancid. It is also a known contact allergen and skin/eye irritant, so use is kept very low.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Lipid-soluble antioxidant prevents rancidity
  • Used at low percentages (typically <0.1%)
  • Useful preservation booster in oils

Known concerns

  • Documented contact allergen — patch-test positives in cosmetics
  • GHS07 skin/eye irritant
  • Restricted as food additive due to sensitization signal

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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