murphyCaprylyl Caprylate
AKA: Octyl octanoate, Octyl caprylate, 2306-88-9, Octanoic acid, Octyl ester, N-Octyl caprylate, FEMA No. 2811
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Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginTypically derived from coconut or palm kernel oils as the natural starting material source. Synthesized through esterification of caprylic acid with caprylic alcohol derived from these plant oils.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the alkyl esters, listed subsequently, are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
Solubility soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water
Formula
C16H32O2
Mol. Weight
256.42
CAS #
2306-88-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR