Propylene glycol caprylate

Propylene glycol caprylate (CAS 68332-79-6), also known as 2-hydroxypropyl octanoate, is an ester of propylene glycol and caprylic acid used as an emollient and solubilizer.

It serves as a carrier across cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food applications. It combines the skin-conditioning profile of a medium-chain fatty ester with the solvent capacity of a glycol derivative.

This makes it a practical multifunctional ingredient for formulators. In personal care, it functions as an emollient and co-emulsifier in skin creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.

It improves spreadability and moisture retention without a heavy feel. Pharmaceutical formulators use it as a solubilizing carrier for lipophilic active ingredients in topical and oral preparations.

In food-grade applications, it acts as a flavor carrier and dispersing agent in encapsulated systems. Coatings and adhesive formulations incorporate it as a plasticizing solvent for film flexibility.

Propylene glycol caprylate is supplied as a clear, low-viscosity liquid. It is available in cosmetic-grade and food-grade specifications for various industrial and commercial requirements.

Pharmaceutical-grade material meets USP or Ph.Eur. compendial standards where required. Bulk supply is standard in drums and IBCs for large scale manufacturing needs.

Sample quantities are available for formulation development and testing. This versatile ester provides reliable performance across diverse chemical and life science sectors.