Synonym(s)
CAS number: 56519-72-3 / 538; propylene didecanoate
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Propylene Glycol Dicaprate is a substance used in cosmetic formulations where it acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
"Glycol" refers to a dihydric alcohol as the alcoholic component of this ingredient (including ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, butylene glycol). "Glycolates" are esters of glycolic acid. Caprates (caprinates) are esters of capric acid(decanoic acid).
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