Caproic Acid
AKA “HEXANOIC ACID, n-Hexanoic acid, n-Caproic acid, Capronic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid, Hexoic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid”
Acid
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Ingredient Facts
Caproic acid
AKA: HEXANOIC ACID, N-Hexanoic acid, N-Caproic acid, Capronic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid, Hexoic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid
Acid · Cleansing | Perfuming | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Fragrance
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Acid
Clean
A naturally derived fatty acid that gently cleanses and helps emulsify formulas, keeping products stable and effective on skin.
Solubility 5 to 10 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C6H12O2
Mol. Weight
116.16
CAS #
142-62-1
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the primary starting material. Produced through hydrolysis or fermentation of these plant-based fatty acid sources.
Function
Cleansing | Perfuming | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Cleansing
Perfuming
Surfactant Cleansing
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Brightening
Traditional Use
A short-chain saturated fatty acid present in goat's milk and coconut oil, with traditional use in dairy-based skincare. Isolated for use in modern cosmetic formulations as a preservative and antimicrobial agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR