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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate

Used in cosmetic products as cleansing, skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant, emulsifying, skin conditioning and surfactant, cleansing. Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate is the pentaester of a mixture of Caprylic Acid and Capric Acid with Polyglycerin-20.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate used for in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate is used in cosmetic products as cleansing, skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant, emulsifying, skin conditioning and surfactant, cleansing. Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate is the pentaester of a mixture of Caprylic Acid and Capric Acid with Polyglycerin-20.

Is Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Polyglyceryl-20 Pentacaprylate/Caprate in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.