murphyCaprylyl capryl glucoside
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Caprylyl glucoside, Alkyl glucoside surfactant
Synthetic
Cleanser
Clean
OriginDerived from coconut oil and glucose, both obtained from plant sources through standard extraction methods. Synthesized through glycosidic bond formation between caprylyl/capric acids and glucose via chemical coupling.
Caprylyl capryl glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
68515-73-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Moisturizing
Antimicrobial
Provides scent
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Dermal Absorption 0.01%
human skin (2 samples from each of 3 donors n=6) / in vitro / 10% in Hanks buffered salt solution pH 6.5 / 24 h (CIR 586)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.06–0.8%
Rinse-off0.3–3%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · report published 2013
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR