Caprylic/capric triglyceride oil
CAS Number: 73398-61-5
Key Characteristics & Uses
Origin: Made from fatty acids of coconut oil through heat, pressure, and an esterification process.
Properties: A colorless liquid, it is a stable, low-viscosity emollient, moisturizer, and antioxidant.
Applications:
Cosmetics: Found in moisturizers, lipsticks, and other skincare products to lock in moisture without a greasy feel.
Food: Used as a food dye carrier and lubricant.
Pharmaceuticals: Used in ointments and creams.
Industrial: Used as a lubricant in metalworking fluids and as a component in coatings and polishes.
Chemical Identity
Synonyms: Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCT oil), Neobee M-5, and Caprylic Capric Glycerides
Chemical Family: Triglycerides
