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Surfactant

POTASSIUM CAPRYLATE

CAS 764-71-6 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The potassium salt of caprylic (octanoic) acid from coconut — a mild cleansing surfactant and co-emulsifier with light antimicrobial activity. Long established as safe at typical use levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant for cleansing
  • Co-emulsifier in creams
  • Mild antimicrobial support
  • Coconut-derived natural origin

Known concerns

  • Slightly alkaline — can disturb skin pH at high levels
  • Possible mild stinging on compromised skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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