Sorbitan Caprylate

Sorbitan Caprylate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 160 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSORBITAN CAPRYLATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number60177-36-8
EC number262-098-3
Prevalence160 products (0.17% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches170

Used in

Face Cleansers 15.6%Sunscreens 11.3%General Moisturizers 10.6%Shampoos 8.8%Serums 5.6%Body Washes 5%

Frequently asked

What does Sorbitan Caprylate do in skincare?
Sorbitan Caprylate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sorbitan Caprylate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sorbitan Caprylate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (15.6% of its uses).

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