Glyceryl caprate

Glyceryl caprate (CAS 26402-22-2), also known as 1-decanoylglycerol, is a monoglyceride ester of capric acid used as an emulsifier and moisturizing agent across personal care, pharmaceutical, and food applications. It functions by stabilizing oil-in-water systems and supporting skin barrier conditioning in finished formulations. In cosmetic formulations, it acts as an emulsifier and humectant in creams, lotions, and cleansing products.

This ingredient helps to bind water and oil phases while improving skin feel. Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as an excipient in topical and semi-solid dosage forms where controlled emulsification is required. It is also utilized where skin penetration support is necessary. In food-grade applications, it functions as an emulsifying agent in fat-based systems, contributing to texture and shelf stability in processed food products.

Its mild surfactant profile also makes it suitable for rinse-off personal care formats such as gentle cleansers and baby care products. Glyceryl caprate is typically supplied as a liquid or low-melting solid. The physical state depends on purity and processing. It is available in cosmetic-grade and food-grade specifications, with some suppliers offering material compliant with FCC or Ph. Eur. standards.

Bulk supply is standard for industrial buyers, with smaller packaging available for formulators and R&D procurement. This versatile ester remains a staple for manufacturers seeking reliable emulsification properties.