Methyl Glucose Caprylate/Caprate

AKA “Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside, methyl”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Methyl glucose caprylate/caprate

AKA: Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside

Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Humectant · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Humectant

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

Methyl Glucoside Mono (Caprylate/Caprate) Solution Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Formula

C43H78O8

Mol. Weight

723.1

CAS #

82933-91-3

Form

Liquid

Plant-Derived

Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from glucose (a simple sugar) and caprylic/capric fatty acids typically sourced from coconut or palm kernel oils. Produced through esterification, chemically bonding glucose with caprylic and capric acid chains to create an emollient ester.

Function

Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Humectant

Benefits

Locks in moisture

Traditional Use

Developed in the late 20th century as a mild, biodegradable surfactant derived from glucose and fatty acids. Created to provide gentle cleansing properties suitable for sensitive skin formulations.