Decaglyceryl monocaprylate

Decaglyceryl monocaprylate (CAS 51033-41-1) is a polyglycerol ester of caprylic acid. Also marketed as MCA 750 and sold under the INCI designation Polyglyceryl-10 caprylate.

Where is Decaglyceryl monocaprylate used?

• Personal care: mild, water-soluble emulsifier and humectant
• Cosmetics: primary or co-emulsifier in lightweight lotions, serums, and micellar products
• Food: stabilizes emulsions and improves texture in low-fat and functional food products
• Home care and industrial cleaning concentrates: supports wetting and dispersion of active ingredients
• It also acts as a solubilizer for fragrance and lipophilic actives in aqueous systems.

Good to know: Its high hydrophilicity makes it effective at stabilizing oil-in-water systems. Polyglycerol esters are accepted under applicable regulations for food use.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade material generally conforms to applicable purity standards for polyglycerol esters
• Bulk supply in drums or IBCs, with sample quantities available