Functional Roles
Industries Served
Physical Properties
physical_description
White solid; mp = 30-35 deg C; [CBW MSDS]
kovats_retention_index
1214
GHS / SDS Safety
Warning
Irritant
- H319 (82.9%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
Chemical Identity
| CAS Number | 1117-86-8 |
| IUPAC Name | octane-1,2-diol |
| InChI Key | AEIJTFQOBWATKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| PubChem CID | 14231 |
| INCI Name | CAPRYLYL GLYCOL |
Synonyms & Trade Names
Full Description
Caprylyl glycol is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent, humectant, and preservative booster. It provides moisturizing,