Methyl Glucose Caprylate/Caprate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Methyl Glucoside Mono (Caprylate/Caprate) Solution
Formula
C43H78O8
Mol. Weight
723.1
CAS #
82933-91-3
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a mild, biodegradable surfactant derived from glucose and fatty acids. Created to provide gentle cleansing properties suitable for sensitive skin formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR