Capryloyl glycine

Capryloyl glycine (CAS 14246-53-8), also known as 2-octanamidoacetic acid, is an amino acid-derived surfactant produced by condensing caprylic acid with glycine. It functions as a mild surface-active agent with buffering and antimicrobial-boosting properties.

This makes it a preferred ingredient in rinse-off and leave-on formulations where skin compatibility is a priority. In personal care, it is used in facial cleansers, shampoos, and micellar waters to deliver gentle cleansing.

The ingredient supports the skin's natural pH balance and acts as a sebum-regulating agent in anti-acne and oily-skin formulations. It is often paired with other actives to enhance their overall efficacy in topical applications.

In deodorant and antiperspirant products, it contributes to odor control by limiting bacterial proliferation on the skin surface. Food-contact and oral care applications also utilize its buffering capacity and surface activity.

It is frequently found in toothpastes and mouthwash formulations due to its functional versatility. Capryloyl glycine is commercially supplied as a white to off-white powder for industrial and laboratory use.

It is available in cosmetic-grade specifications, with purity levels typically at or above 98%. The material is sourced to meet the quality requirements of major regional cosmetic regulatory frameworks including EU and US markets.