Coco-caprylate
Coco-caprylate suppliers and sourcing guide
Coco-caprylate is an ester of coconut-derived fatty alcohols (mainly C12 to C18) with caprylic acid (C8), a clear, light, low-viscosity oil. It is made by esterifying coconut fatty alcohols with caprylic acid, also from coconut or palm kernel oil, then refining and deodorizing. Cosmetic brands buy it as a light, fast-spreading emollient, often in natural-positioned products as an alternative to silicone fluids.
- Also known as
- Coco-caprylate/caprate (related grade) · Coconut alcohol caprylate · CAS 107525-85-9
- Facts checked
- November 2026
Forms and grades of coco-caprylate
Suppliers sell different products under the same name. Specify the one you need.
Coco-caprylate
Ester of coconut alcohols with caprylic acid alone, the lightest-feeling grade.
Coco-caprylate/caprate
A related ester made with both caprylic and capric acids, slightly richer in feel and listed under its own INCI name.
COSMOS / natural-origin grades
Grades with COSMOS approval or an ISO 16128 natural-origin index for natural or organic product lines.
What to check on the COA
Compare each result with your own specification when the lot arrives.
- Ester composition
- GC profile of the ester and residual alcohols and acids.
- Acid and saponification values
- Titrations showing free fatty acid and ester content.
- Peroxide value
- Titration showing early oxidation.
- Color, odor and refractive index
- APHA color, odor check and refractive index for identity.
- Heavy metals
- Lead, arsenic and other elements by ICP-MS or ICP-OES against the supplier's specification or the applicable USP, FCC or cosmetic-grade limit.
Storage, lots and expiry
Storage and shelf life
Store coco-caprylate sealed at room temperature, away from light, heat and moisture. Nitrogen headspace helps for partly used bulk containers. Shelf life is set by the supplier's specification, with a retest of acid and peroxide values for older stock.
Lots and expiry dates
Record acid value, peroxide value and feedstock certification for each lot. Confirm whether the lot is coco-caprylate or coco-caprylate/caprate, since the INCI names and feel differ.
Regulatory status
Facts from regulators and standards bodies, each linked to its source.
Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists coco-caprylate as an approved ingredient with the non-medicinal purpose skin-conditioning agent (emollient), for topical use only.
Source: webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
This is general information, not regulatory advice. Status differs by country and by how the ingredient is used, so check the rules for your product and market.
Coco-caprylate suppliers
Manufacturers and distributors whose own websites say they sell it.
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What forms of coco-caprylate can brands buy?
Common forms include coco-caprylate, coco-caprylate/caprate and cOSMOS / natural-origin grades. Ask each supplier for the specification sheet of the exact grade they quote.
What should the COA for coco-caprylate include?
Expect ester composition, acid and saponification values, peroxide value, color, odor and refractive index and heavy metals, each with its method, specification and result for that lot.
How should coco-caprylate be stored?
Store coco-caprylate sealed at room temperature, away from light, heat and moisture. Nitrogen headspace helps for partly used bulk containers. Shelf life is set by the supplier's specification, with a retest of acid and peroxide values for older stock.
What is the regulatory status of coco-caprylate?
Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists coco-caprylate as an approved ingredient with the non-medicinal purpose skin-conditioning agent (emollient), for topical use only.
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