Glyceryl Capryl Ether

Glyceryl Capryl Ether

AKA “10430-97-4, 3-(decyloxy)-1, 2-propanediol, 3-decyloxy-1, 1, 2-Propanediol, 3-decyloxy-, 3-(decyloxy)-, UNII-4HWP80U28I, 4HWP80U28I, SUNETHER MO-1, 1-DECYLGLYCEROL ETHER”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Glyceryl capryl ether

AKA: 10430-97-4, 3-(decyloxy)-1, 2-propanediol, 3-decyloxy-1, 1, 2-Propanediol, 3-decyloxy-, 3-(decyloxy)-, UNII-4HWP80U28I, 4HWP80U28I, SUNETHER MO-1, 1-DECYLGLYCEROL ETHER

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Not Clean

Glyceryl Capryl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting. Also known as 10430-97-4. Assessed as safe by the CIR.

Formula

C13H28O3

Mol. Weight

232.36

CAS #

-

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Foam Boosting

Removes Impurities

Emulsifier

Boosts Lather

Removes dirt and impurities

Enhances lather

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and caprylic acid (coconut-sourced). Developed as a modern humectant and preservative enhancer for cosmetics without traditional applications.