Dipotassium Capryloyl Glutamate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: L-Glutamic acid, Dipotassium salt, Potassium salt (1:2), 260415-43-8, DIPOTASSIUM CAPRYLOYL GLUTAMATE [INCI]
Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Dipotassium N-octanoyl glutamate
Formula
C13H21K2NO5
Mol. Weight
349.51
CAS #
-
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Deodorant
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Controls Odor
Cleansing Surfactant
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Neutralizes odor
Traditional Use
A synthetic amino acid-derived ingredient developed as a gentle cleansing agent in the late 20th century. Created to replace harsher surfactants while maintaining skin compatibility.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR