HYDROXYETHOXYETHYL CAPRYLAMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Caprylamide is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Caprylamide is a capped amide of caprylic acid with hydroxyethoxyethylamine, functioning as a skin conditioning agent and surfactant. The ethoxylate chain provides some water solubility while the amide bond is hydrolytically stable. The compound carries no GHS hazard statements and is not restricted under EU cosmetics regulations.
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning and softening
- Antistatic properties
- Mild surfactant character
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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