Sodium Caproyl Lactylate

Sodium Caproyl Lactylate 1
molecular structure · PubChem CID 71466453
AKA: 29051-57-8
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from lactic acid and capric acid (a medium-chain fatty acid), both obtained through synthetic or fermentation processes. Synthesized through esterification and subsequent lactylation of the capric acid-lactic acid combination.
Decanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, sodium salt
Formula
C13H23NaO4
Mol. Weight
266.31
CAS #
29051-57-8
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2024
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR