Coco Caprylate/Caprate Professional cosmetic ingredient — not a finished product. Key Specs INCI Coco Caprylate/Caprate CAS No. 90411-68-0 Appearance Clear to pale yellow liquid Solubility Oil-soluble; not water-soluble pH Compatibility Not pH-sensitive — stable across all cosmetic pH ranges Typical Usage 2–25% (2–5% light feel; 10–25% in richer or anhydrous formulas) Incorporation Phase Oil phase (Phase B); liquid at room temperature, stable up to 80°C Shelf Life 24–36 months; store cool, dark, away from heat and light Why Formulators Choose It Exceptional lightweight skin feel — silky, non-greasy, fast-absorbing Dual function: premium emollient and effective solvent for oil-soluble actives and UV filters Natural, coconut-derived origin — clean-beauty and COSMOS-compatible Low comedogenicity — suitable for oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin Effective silicone (D5) alternative for natural and clean-beauty formulations Excellent oxidative stability — far more shelf-stable than polyunsaturated plant oils Broad compatibility with emulsifiers, waxes, silicones, and actives Formulation Guide Add to the oil phase (Phase B) of emulsions — not water-soluble, will not disperse in the water phase without an emulsifier Liquid at room temperature; no pre-melting required, though fully stable at 70–80°C processing temperatures When using as a solvent for oil-soluble actives (retinol, vitamin E, UV filters), pre-dissolve the active in a small portion of Coco Caprylate/Caprate before adding to the full oil phase Compatible with all major emulsifier systems — no HLB adjustment required Can be used as the sole liquid oil in anhydrous formulas (body oils, facial oils, balms) or at up to 100% as a carrier Applications Lightweight moisturizers and fluid lotions Facial and body oils (anhydrous) Sunscreen formulations (UV filter solvent) Serums with an oil phase Hair leave-in treatments and serums Makeup primers and foundations Clean-beauty silicone-free formulations Storage & Safety Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct light and heat. For external use only. Patch test finished products before regular use. Formulation Guide Ready to formulate? Our in-depth guide covers the science, usage rates by product type, emulsifier compatibility, oxidative stability, and a complete 4-phase lightweight barrier moisturizer formula with peer-reviewed references. → Read the Coco Caprylate/Caprate Formulation Guide
