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Emollient

PEG-5 TRICAPRYL CITRATE

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A short-chain caprylic citrate ester with a small PEG tail. Light, fast-spreading emollient typical of the PEG citrate family; class-typical safety with the standard short-PEG dioxane note.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Softens skin
  • Lightweight feel
  • Good spreadability

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Limited specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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