Glyceryl caprylate caprate

Glyceryl caprylate caprate (CAS 65381-09-1), traded as MCT, is a mixed ester of glycerol with caprylic and capric fatty acids derived primarily from coconut or palm kernel oil.

Where is Glyceryl caprylate caprate used?

• Food, pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing: carrier, emollient and solubilizer
• Nutritional supplements: calorie-dense carrier oil for fat-soluble vitamins
• Flavors and active ingredients: efficient dispersion
• Pharmaceuticals: lipid vehicle in soft-gel capsules, oral solutions and topical drug delivery systems
• Personal care: lightweight skin-conditioning base in serums, creams and color cosmetics
• Industrial lubricants: biodegradable base fluids and release agents
• It is a clear, odorless liquid.

Good to know: Non-aqueous solvent with low viscosity; spreadability without greasiness. Grades: food-grade (FCC), pharmaceutical-grade (USP/NF and Ph. Eur.), cosmetic or technical.

Commercial specifications

• Caprylic-to-capric ratios of 60:40 or 70:30 depending on specification
• Bulk supply in drums and IBC containers