Surfactants
REACH
Capryloyl glycine
CAS Number
14246-53-8
EC Number
238-122-3
Industries: Personal Care & Cosmetics
What is 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.
Where is Capryloyl glycine used?
- Personal care: gentle cleansing in facial cleansers, shampoos and micellar waters
- Anti-acne and oily-skin formulations: supports the skin's natural pH balance and acts as a sebum-regulating agent
- Deodorant and antiperspirant products: odor control by limiting bacterial proliferation on the skin surface
- Oral care: buffering capacity and surface activity in toothpastes and mouthwash
- It functions as a mild surface-active agent with buffering and antimicrobial-boosting properties.
Commercial specifications
- Purity typically at or above 98%
- Sourced to meet EU and US cosmetic regulatory requirements
Other Names (Synonyms)
N-(1-Oxooctyl)glycine|2-octanamidoacetic acid|Glycine, N-(1-oxooctyl)-|8TY5YO42NJ|CAPRYLOYL GLYCINE [WHO-DD]|Glycine, N-octanoyl-|N-Octanoyl-glycine
What are the physical properties of Capryloyl glycine?
Melting Point 92-93 °C
Boiling Point 403.9±28.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 1.036±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Color White to Off-White
Form Solid
Water Solubility 1.557g/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 0Pa at 25℃
Log P 2.052 at 22℃
How is Capryloyl glycine classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive
Hazard Statements
H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary Statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.