Description

Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate is a non-ionic, biodegradable surfactant derived from renewable glycerol and capric acid. This versatile compound is prized for its excellent emulsifying, solubilizing, and conditioning properties, making it a key ingredient in high-performance formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and food industries seeking mild, multifunctional, and eco-friendly ingredients.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing stable oil-in-water emulsions.
• Skin Cleansers: Used in facial cleansers, makeup removers, and shower gels for its gentle cleansing and solubilizing action.
• Hair Care: Functions as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in shampoos and conditioners to improve manageability and texture.
• Food Industry: Employed as an emulsifier and dispersing agent in certain food-grade applications.
• Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a solubilizer and emulsifier in topical ointments and medicinal creams.
• Industrial Applications: Used in lubricants, release agents, and other specialty chemical formulations requiring biodegradable surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
CAS No.	156153-06-9
Molecular Formula	C16H30O6
Molecular Weight	318.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Decanoic acid, diester with diglycerol; Polyglyceryl-2 Decanoate; Diglyceryl Caprate; Diglycerol Caprate; Capric acid, diester with diglycerol; Polyglycerol-2 Caprate; PG2-CA; (Various trade names may apply)
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Quality Control

Our Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate is produced under strict quality management systems. It undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and safety for its intended applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, acid value, and saponification value are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Avoid prolonged exposure to high temperatures and humidity to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	170 - 190 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	200 - 250 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.