Is caprylic capric triglyceride the same as coconut oil?

No. It's made from fatty acids that usually come from coconut or palm kernel oil, but only the medium-chain C8 and C10 parts are joined to glycerine. The result is thinner, clearer and much less greasy than coconut oil, and it doesn't solidify in winter.

Can I use caprylic capric triglyceride as a carrier for attar or perfume oil?

Yes. It's nearly odourless and light, so it's widely used as a carrier for perfume oils and roll-ons. Mix the fragrance concentrate into it and let it rest a few days. Follow the fragrance supplier's limits and check current IFRA standards.

How much caprylic capric triglyceride in a cream?

Typical levels in creams and lotions are about 2 to 10% of the formula, added to the oil phase. Richer creams and face oils can use much more. These are general ranges, so adjust to the feel you want and test your batch.

Is cosmetic MCT oil safe to eat?

Don't eat the cosmetic grade. Food MCT oil is made and tested to food standards. The cosmetic-grade ingredient sold here is meant for skin, hair and fragrance products only, so keep it on a separate shelf from kitchen oils.

Does caprylic capric triglyceride go rancid?

It is much more stable than most plant oils because its fatty acids are saturated. Stored sealed, cool and away from light, it keeps well. Still, avoid getting water into the bottle and use clean tools.

Is caprylic capric triglyceride good for oily skin?

It feels light and non-greasy, which is why it's common in lotions and serums for people who dislike heavy oils. Skin reactions vary, so patch test any product made with it before regular use.

Caprylic/capric triglyceride

Caprylic capric triglyceride is a light, clear, nearly odourless oil made from glycerine and caprylic and capric fatty acids, usually from coconut or palm kernel oil. It's used in creams, serums, lip balms, makeup and perfume oils as a non-greasy emollient and as a carrier for oil-soluble ingredients.

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विवरण

फ़ॉर्मूला: Mixed C8/C10 triglycerides (no single formula)
CAS नंबर: 65381-09-1
ग्रेड: Cosmetic

प्रोडक्ट और पैक साइज़

प्रोडक्ट	ग्रेड	पैक	दाम (GST सहित)	₹ प्रति kg
Caprylic Capric Triglyceride	Cosmetic	—	₹249	—

What is caprylic capric triglyceride?

Caprylic capric triglyceride (INCI: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, often called CCT or MCT oil in cosmetics) is an ester of glycerine with two medium-chain fatty acids: caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). Those acids are usually split from coconut or palm kernel oil.

CAS number: 65381-09-1 (73398-61-5 is also used)
Appearance: clear, colourless to pale yellow, thin liquid with almost no smell
Feel: light and non-greasy, spreads easily and absorbs quickly
Stability: resists going rancid much better than most plant oils
Solubility: doesn't mix with water; mixes with other oils and dissolves many oil-soluble ingredients

Grades and pack sizes at Azlok

Azlok's Caprylic Capric Triglyceride is a cosmetic-grade raw ingredient for creams, oils and makeup. The listing name doesn't give a pack size, so check the product page for the volume or weight. It isn't sold as a food or dietary MCT oil, so don't use it for eating or cooking. See today's price per kg.

Common uses

Skin care: lotions, creams and face oils, where it gives a soft, non-oily finish.
Serums and oil blends: a light base that carries oil-soluble ingredients such as vitamin E or plant extracts.
Lip and makeup: lip balms, foundations, lipsticks and makeup removers. It helps disperse pigments evenly.
Hair care: light hair oils and leave-in products that shouldn't feel heavy.
Fragrance: a near-odourless carrier for perfume oils and roll-ons.

How to use it

Creams and lotions: add it to the oil phase. Typical use is about 2 to 10%, and higher in richer creams.
Face and body oils: it can make up most of the oil blend, often mixed with heavier oils like almond or jojoba to lighten them.
Perfume oils: mix your fragrance concentrate into it. Many roll-on oils use 10 to 25% fragrance in the carrier, adjusted to the fragrance supplier's limits.
It tolerates normal emulsion temperatures of 70 to 75 °C, and it doesn't need heating for cold oil blends.

These are typical ranges, not fixed rules. Patch test any finished product on the inner arm for 24 hours before regular use. Finished cosmetics sold in India also need to meet the applicable BIS and CDSCO rules.

Safety and storage

It's generally mild, but keep it out of eyes. Rinse with water if it splashes.
Spills make floors very slippery. Wipe with paper and then with soapy water.
Store in a closed bottle away from heat and sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon or pipette so water doesn't get in.
Keep away from strong oxidisers and open flames.
Keep out of reach of children. Small amounts of waste can be wiped up and thrown in normal waste, not poured down the drain in quantity.

Choosing the right grade and pack

Hobby makers testing a few batches of lip balm or face oil will use only a small amount. Small cosmetic brands making regular batches should buy at least 1 kg, since this oil keeps well when stored sealed. Ask for the certificate of analysis if you need it for your product file. For 25 kg or more, use the bulk inquiry form.

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

Is caprylic capric triglyceride the same as coconut oil?: No. It's made from fatty acids that usually come from coconut or palm kernel oil, but only the medium-chain C8 and C10 parts are joined to glycerine. The result is thinner, clearer and much less greasy than coconut oil, and it doesn't solidify in winter.
Can I use caprylic capric triglyceride as a carrier for attar or perfume oil?: Yes. It's nearly odourless and light, so it's widely used as a carrier for perfume oils and roll-ons. Mix the fragrance concentrate into it and let it rest a few days. Follow the fragrance supplier's limits and check current IFRA standards.
How much caprylic capric triglyceride in a cream?: Typical levels in creams and lotions are about 2 to 10% of the formula, added to the oil phase. Richer creams and face oils can use much more. These are general ranges, so adjust to the feel you want and test your batch.
Is cosmetic MCT oil safe to eat?: Don't eat the cosmetic grade. Food MCT oil is made and tested to food standards. The cosmetic-grade ingredient sold here is meant for skin, hair and fragrance products only, so keep it on a separate shelf from kitchen oils.
Does caprylic capric triglyceride go rancid?: It is much more stable than most plant oils because its fatty acids are saturated. Stored sealed, cool and away from light, it keeps well. Still, avoid getting water into the bottle and use clean tools.
Is caprylic capric triglyceride good for oily skin?: It feels light and non-greasy, which is why it's common in lotions and serums for people who dislike heavy oils. Skin reactions vary, so patch test any product made with it before regular use.