Hydroxycapric Acid
AKA “2-HYDROXYDECANOIC ACID, 2-hydroxy capric acid, 2-Hydroxycapric acid, 2-hydroxy-decanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid, NSC-4801, ALPHAMIXT HODA, BG SOL.”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Hydroxycapric acid
AKA: 2-HYDROXYDECANOIC ACID, 2-hydroxy capric acid, 2-Hydroxycapric acid, 2-hydroxy-decanoic acid, Alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid, NSC-4801, ALPHAMIXT HODA, BG SOL.
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle conditioning agent that helps soften and smooth skin, leaving it feeling hydrated and supple.
Formula
C10H20O3
Mol. Weight
188.26
CAS #
5393-81-7
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or other plant oils containing capric acid esters. Produced through hydrogenation and oxidation of plant-derived capric acid fatty acids.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic fatty acid derivative developed in the mid-20th century for use in cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. No traditional use exists; it was created to provide specific texturing and stability properties in modern formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR