Emollient
NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DICAPRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A light, dry-touch ester emollient widely used in lotions and sunscreens to dissolve UV filters. Very low irritation potential and no documented hazards.
Function
Skin benefits
- Light, non-greasy emollient
- Improves spreadability
- Solvent for sunscreen filters
- Stable ester
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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