MCT = Medium Chain Triglyceride = Caprylic capric triglyceride
CAS Number: 73398-61-5
EC Number: 924-490-9
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an ingredient used in soaps and cosmetics.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s usually made from combining coconut oil with glycerin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is sometimes called capric triglyceride.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s also sometimes mistakenly called fractionated coconut oil.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has been widely used for more than 50 years.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) helps smooth skin and works as an antioxidant.
It also binds other ingredients together, and can work as a preservative of sorts to make the active ingredients in cosmetics last longer.
Emollient / Emulsifier :
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) creates a stable and homogeneous emulsion.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) will also smooth and soften the skin, improving the penetration of actives.
INCI: MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Origin:
Coconut Oil
Purpose:
Emollient
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) forms a protective barrier around the skin to hold in moisture.
Benefits of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
-Triglyceride is a special esterification of coconut oil using Caprylic and Capric Fatty-Acids
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an excellent natural emollient that smooths and softens
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) provides a gloss/shine to hair and skin
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a unique blend of Fatty-Acids, which naturally soothe and moisturize the scalp to prevent scalp dryness and dandruff
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) provides a light-weight and non-greasy moisture barrier
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an ingredient used in soaps and cosmetics.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s usually made from combining coconut oil with glycerin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is sometimes called capric triglyceride.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s also sometimes mistakenly called fractionated coconut oil.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a popular product used as emollient in the skin care, hair care, makeup, bath and body care and fragrances.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are commonly used in cosmetics as it absorbs rapidly into the skin and adds a smooth and dry oil feel to the skin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is often used as an ingredient in lotion, cream, moisturizer, serum, cleanser & face wash and others
INCI: MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Use Levels: 1.0% - 100.0%
Solubility of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Oil Soluble
Appearance of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Slightly Yellow to Yellow Liquid
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is valued as a more natural alternative to other synthetic chemicals found in topical skin products.
Companies that claim that their products are “all natural” or “organic” often contain caprylic triglyceride.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is derived from coconut oil and glycerin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a clear, non-viscous liquid.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) contains a mix of fatty acids that helps to replenish the skin and resist moisture loss.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) acts as an excellent emollient, dispersing agent and skin-replenishing ingredient.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is especially suited to sensitive and oily skin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is used in all skin care creams and lotions, make up, shampoos and cleansers.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an oily liquid, derived from coconut oil and glycerine.
Caprylic works as an emollient, and helps skin to retain moisture by providing lightweight and non-greasy barrier of lubrication.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is used in cosmetics and other personal care products, such as eye makeup, moisturizers, face creams, sunscreens, perfumes lipstick, and foundations.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) can also be used in perfumes, moisturizers and sunscreens.
As it is found naturally in foods, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) can also be made by industrial processes.
Personal care, food & beverages, pharmaceutical, and industrial & others are the major applications of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride).
Uses of caprylic acid are found commercially in perfumery& in manufacture of dyes.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an antimicrobial pesticide that is used as a food sanitizer in food handling units like dairy equipment, food processing equipment, wineries, breweries and beverage processing units.
The dietary uses of caprylic acid constitute as excess calorie burning & weight loss.
Even athletes and sport persons consume triglycerides present in certain supplements to build endurance and stamina.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an oily liquid which mainly works as an emollient.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) offers benefits as a cosmetic ingredient by smoothing the skin, and forming a protective layer to resist moisture loss, functioning not only to prevent dryness but also acting as a skin conditioning agent.
In addition, capric triglyceride has some antioxidant potential and works as a penetration enhancer for other actives.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also helps in formulating, acting as a dispersing agent and solvent.
Caprylic acid is one of many health-promoting nutritional substances likevitamins, trace minerals, antioxidants, flavonoids, lipids, etc.
Breast milk,palm kernel oil, coconut oil, and dairy products are some natural sources ofcaprylic triglyceride.
Caprylic acid is an oily liquid sometimes mistakenlyknown as fractionated coconut oil.
Capric triglyceride is a mixed triester thatcan be formulated by the mixing of coconut oil and glycerin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) falls under thecategory of medium chain triglyceride or medium chain saturated fattyacid (MCFA).
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has many nutritional and disease control benefits.
Caprylic acid inthe form of medicine is very cost effective, easy to use, and socially acceptabletoo.
The other important property of this acid is that it is safe to use and free ofside effects in most cases.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an oily liquid made from palm kernel or coconut oil.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a mixed ester composed of caprylic and capric fatty acids attached to a glycerin backbone.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are sometimes erroneously referred to as fractionated coconut oil, which is similar in composition but typically refers to coconut oil that has had its longer chain triglycerides removed.
Chemically speaking, fats and oils are made up mostly of triglycerides whose fatty acids are chains ranging from 6–12 carbon atoms, in this case the ester is comprised of capric (10 carbon atoms) and caprylic (8 carbon atoms).
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is used capric or caprylic triglyceride in our products as a moisturizer.
Palm oil is a common alternative, but MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an endangered resource.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review has deemed capric or caprylic triglyceride safe in cosmetic formulations.
Whole Foods has deemed the ingredient acceptable in its body care quality standards.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review has deemed capric or caprylic triglyceride safe for use in cosmetics.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is the triglycerides and esters prepared from fractionated vegetable oil sources and fatty acids from coconuts and palm kernel oils.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) possesses excellent oxidation stability.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is used as a food additive and used in cosmetics.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a neutral, non-irritating oil obtained from Coconut Oil.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an excellent vegetable emollient that penetrates very quickly into the skin, while balancing and enhancing the functionality of other ingredients.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an oily liquid made from Coconut Oil.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin's surface.
Applications of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
-After Sun
-Antiperspirants & Deodorants
-Baby Care and Cleansing
-Body Care
-Color Care
-Face Care
-Face Cleansing
-Personal Care
-Wipes
-Self Tanning
-Sun Protection
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also binds other ingredients together, and can work as a preservative of sorts to make the active ingredients in cosmetics last longer.
KEYWORDS:
73398-61-5, 924-490-9, Bergabest MCT-Oil, CHINT: TGL C8-10 mixed, CremerCOOR, CremerCOOR MCT, Crodamol GTCC, Crodamol GTCC 65, DUB MCT, IMEX 3/9280
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is mainly used as hair conditioner in our products.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) helps to increase the softness or smoothness of hair, reduce tangles and surface roughness.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an efficient solvent and therefore acts as carrier for fat-soluble vitamins and actives.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) may also be used to help solubilize actives that are not readily soluble in traditional carrier oils.
In skin care applications, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) offers a noticeable silkiness in products, offers skin nurturing benefits due to the skin loving nature of the specific fatty acid ester, not seen with common Fractionated Coconut Oil, or other carrier oils.
Caprylic mainly works as an emollient, dispersing agent and solvent.
As an emollient, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) both quickly penetrates the surface to condition the skin/hair, and provides a lightweight and non-greasy barrier of lubrication.
As a dispersing agent, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) helps enhance the delivery of vitamins, pigments and other active ingredients contained in a solution so that they become evenly spread out and fully absorbed by the epidermis.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)'s oily texture helps thicken cosmetic formulations and provides a slipperiness, which in turn allows for the easy spreadability of solutions and a smooth after-touch.
Cosmetic manufacturers highly value this ingredient for its lack of color and odor, as well as for its stability.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) possesses such great stability and resistance to oxidation, in fact, that it has an almost indefinite shelf life.
You may find this ingredient in personal care products such as facial moisturizer, lipstick, antiaging serums, sunscreen, foundation, eye cream and lip/eye liner.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are an ingredient used in skincare and cosmetic formulations that are used mainly to improve the texture and function of formulations.
They also have the added benefit of protecting the skin from moisture loss.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are used in products such as facial moisturizers, body moisturizers, sunscreen products, and perfume.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are considered to be a more natural alternative to other emollients and texture enhancers.
This is why MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is often used in the natural or clean beauty industry.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also have the added benefit of acting as an antioxidant which allows MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) to be used as a mild preservative, minimizing the need for more intense preservatives to improve the shelf life and safety of products.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are classified as fatty acids which, unlike acids, are hydrating and have high-fat content.
This high-fat content makes MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) useful in the production of soaps as well as moisturizers.
Physically, caprylic acid is an oily liquid, minimally soluble in water, andhaving a slightly unpleasant rancid-like smell and taste.
Caprylic acid hasexcellent shelf life because MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has great stability and resistance to oxidation.
The three main forms in which caprylic triglyceride is extensively used aredispersing agent, solvent, and emollient.
When applied on the skin, it lubri-cates the skin by making a light and nongreasy barrier and it is very quicklyabsorbed.
Properties of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
-Highly Stable
-Light
-Clear, Colorless to Yellow
-Virtually Odorless
-Fluid at Room Temperature
-Rapid Absorption
-Non-Greasy
-Smooth, Silky Texture When Applied to Skin
-Minimal to No Sheen Upon Application
-Suitable for All Skin Types
-Emulsifies Easily
This property of caprylic acid is referred to as its emollient nature.
In the form of dispersing agent, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) can help evenly disperse many active in-gredients like vitamins, pigments, etc.
In a solution to make them readilyabsorbable by the epidermis layer of the skin.
Caprylic triglyceride is valued as a more natural alternative to other synthetic chemicals in topical skin products.
However, if you are acne prone, depending on the percentage used, this ingredient may clog pores, so would be best avoided in your skincare.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is sometimes mistakenly referred to as fractionated coconut oil, although the two are in fact very different.
Fractionated coconut has had the heavy carbon chains removed, which makes MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) function as a non-comedogenic oil (doesn’t block pores).
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) on the other hand still retains the long chain carbons, which makes it comedogenic.
Caprylic triglyceride is the mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is made by first separating the fatty acids and the glycerol in coconut oil.
This is done by hydrolyzing the coconut oil, which involves applying heat and pressure to the oil to split it apart.
The acids then go through esterification to add back the glycerol.
The resulting oil is called capric or caprylic triglyceride.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has different properties from raw coconut oil.
Uses of capric triglyceride:
Caprylic acid has widespread uses in the health promoting and disease controlsector, and in cosmetics and other industrial products due to some of its un-usual but brilliant properties.
Caprylic acid is also widely used in the commercial productionof esters and in perfume and dye manufacturing.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) creates a barrier on the skin's surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)'s oily texture helps to thicken and provides a slipperiness, which helps make our lotions and natural strength deodorants easy to apply and leaves a non-greasy after-touch.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are naturally occurring in coconut and palm kernel oils at lower levels but to make this pure ingredient, the oils are split and the specific fatty acid (capric acid and caprylic acid are isolated and recombined with the glycerin backbone to form the pure MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e which is then further purified (bleached and deodorized) using clay, heat and steam.
No other additives or processing aids are used.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is classified as :
-Emollient
-Masking
-Skin conditioning
-Solvent
-Perfuming
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is colorless, odorless, tasteless and stable. efficient solvents.
Vitamins or other fat-soluble chemicals are easily dissolved in mixtures of MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) and can be used to enhance the beneficial properties of face creams.
Caprylic/capric trigylceride does not readily oxidize.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is particularly useful as a stabilizer of emulsions.
This property is particularly useful in facial creams and other cosmetic products, helping to give them a longer shelf life.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is an excellent emollient as well, improving both the aesthetics of the product, as well as working to soften and smooth the skin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a combined triester, a blend of capric and caprylic acids.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is also known as fractionated coconut oil.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) most popular use is as an emollient (for calming, and softening out the skin), due to the fact that it is capable of rapid penetration.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is also very commonly found in vitamins, as it is an effective dispersing agent.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a very popular ingredient in many skin products and soaps.
Identification of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Capric/caprylic acid is an MCT, which is a refined medium chain triglyceride, abbreviated as MCT.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has excellent stability of oxidation, and its shelf life is generally considered to be indefinite, with no real limits.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is known for not having any taste, scent or color whatsoever.
Uses of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e is a common emollient and also a highly popular dispersing agent, and is often used as a vitamin solvent.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is often used for the production of soap, due to its function as a superfatting oil.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also enhances the spreading within skincare formulations.
Benefits of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Some benefits of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) include the fact that it is not greasy at all, and has a very light texture.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is also rapidly absorbing, and is highly skin-compatible, due to the fact that it will not aggravate sensitive skin types.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also does not leave behind visible oil remnants on the skin.
Since MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has an extended shelf life, it does not necessitate special storage or handling practices, beyond being stored in a dry, cool location.
Reactions of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
In certain instances, people might experience a reaction to MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e.
As a result, consider testing MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) out before applying it on the skin in large amounts.
Some possible side effects and reactions include rash, redness and itchiness.
Extraction of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e is derived from the fruit coconut.
Before the oil is even processed, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has very raised levels of saturated fat, with a content that remains around 90 percent.
In its purest format, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has a milky color, though after being refined, it becomes clear (and is liquid at room temperature).
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a mixed ester composed of caprylic and capric fatty acids attached to a glycerin backbone.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are sometimes erroneously referred to as fractionated coconut oil, which is similar in composition but typically refers to coconut oil that has had its longer chain triglycerides removed.
Chemically speaking, fats and oils are made up mostly of triglycerides whose fatty acids are chains ranging from 6–12 carbon atoms, in this case the ester is comprised of capric (10 carbon atoms) and caprylic (8 carbon atoms).
What does MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) do?
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) creates a barrier on the skin's surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) oily texture helps to thicken and provides a slipperiness, which helps make our lotions and natural strength deodorants easy to apply and leaves a non-greasy after-touch.
APPLICATIONS of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Skin Care:
-Facial cream & masks
-Body lotions & oils
-Nail care
-Hand & foot care
Sun Care.
-Sunscreens
-Aftersun
-Self-tanning
Lip Care:
-Balms
-Creams
-Sticks
Baby Care:
-Creams
-Lotions
-Cleansing
-Wet wipes
Aerosols:
-Antiperspirants
-Deodorants
-Perfumes
Oils:
-Massage
-Bath & shower
Colour Cosmetics:
-Eyeshadow
-Blush powder
-Primers
-Lipsticks
-Make-up remover
Hair Care:
-Oils
-Masks
Men’s Grooming:
-Shaving creams & oils
-After shave oils & lotions
-Beard Oils & Balms
While it’s technically made of natural components, the caprylic triglyceride used in products isn’t usually found in nature.
A chemical process separates the oily liquid so that a “pure” version of it can be added to products.
Caprylic triglycerides are compounds made of naturally occurring fatty acids.
They’re a clear liquid and slightly sweet to the taste.
The high fat content in triglycerides, along with their texture and antioxidant qualities, make them of particular use for soap and skin care products.
Caprylic triglyceride is full of antioxidants that help preserve your skin and help you feel younger.
Caprylic triglyceride is a popular ingredient in makeup and other cosmetics.
The ingredient keeps pigments evenly distributed in a cosmetic formula without causing a sticky feeling on your skin.
It will be often seen MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) listed in these cosmetics:
Caprylic triglyceride, or capric triglyceride, is a compound that combines fatty acids from natural oils, such as coconut oil, with glycerin.
Soaps and cosmetics sometimes include caprylic triglyceride as an ingredient.
Although some companies market caprylic triglyceride as a natural ingredient, this is misleading, as it undergoes several manufacturing processes before appearing in products.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) might cause side effects in some people.
Capric and caprylic acids are saturated fatty acids naturally present in coconut and palm oil.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are considered to be medium-chain fatty acids.
Molecular Weight: C55H112O11
Capric acid is also known as decanoic acid and caprylic acid is also known as octanoic acid.
To isolate these fatty acids they are separated from the glycerine compound and the other fatty acids present in the coconut or palm oil.
This is usually achieved by steam hydrolysis where intense heat and pressure is applied to break apart the structure of the oil.
The capric & caprylic acids are then isolated from the other fatty acids and combined together with the glycerine compound by a process called ‘esterification’ to form the ingredient ‘MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e’.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has different physical properties than the original oil it came from.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) feels dryer, less greasy and is highly stable.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is created through a number of complicated chemical reactions and fractionated coconut oil is created through the simple physical process of heating and cooling down.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a much more refined oil than fractionated coconut oil and with refinement comes loss of therapeutic properties.
Especially through high heat processes like steam hydrolysis, that’s why everybody shouts about how good their cold pressed oils are!
Chemical-physical data of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
Infrared spectrum according standard
Acid value (mg KOH/g): max. 0.10
Saponification value (mg KOH/g): 325.0 - 345.0
Hazen Colour: max. 100
Iodine value (g I2/100g): max. 0.5
Density (g/ml, 20ºC): 0.9400 - 0.9600
Refractive index (20ºC): 1.4480-1.4500
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is non-greasy, light weight, and rapidly absorbs into skin.
It is also known to be compatible with most skin types, making it an excellent choice for use in products for sensitive skin.
Origin:
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is extracted from the kernel or meat of matured coconut.
Products Found In:
Makeup, facial moisturizers, body moisturizers, sunscreen products, skin care, body care, makeup, perfume.
Alternate Names:
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride), Caprylic/Capric Acid Triglyceride; Decanoic Acid, Ester With 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate; Decanoic Acid, Ester With 1,2,3-Prpanetriol Octanoate; Decanonic Acid, Ester With 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate; Glycerol Calrylate Caprinate; Glycerol Caprylate Caprinate; Octanoic/Decanoic Acid Triglyceride; Ester With 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate Decanoic Acid; Ester With 1,2,3-Prpanetriol Octanoate Decanoic Acid; Ester With 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate Decanonic Acid EWG
Toxicity:
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is generally classified as being no to very low hazard, depending on product usage.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a nice ingredient that just feels good on the skin, is super well tolerated by every skin type and easy to formulate with.
INCI Name: MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Ingredient origins: Coconut Fruit
Role: Emollient
Common name: MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also known as MCT Oil is a classic emollient derived from renewable natural raw materials.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is produced from vegetable Glycerine and fractionated vegetable Fatty Acids, mainly Caprylic and Capric acids.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) Oil is a clear and colourless liquid, neutral in odour and taste.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is fully saturated and therefore highly resistant to oxidation.
Our production units, based in Germany and Malaysia, are backwards integrated into the feedstock and dedicated to the production of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) Oils.
For the skincare industry MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is used to replicate the absorbency of oils like camellia, rosehip, macadamia or hazelnut and to create a silky smooth feel.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) has a much higher shelf life than most other oils, especially the lighter oils used in serums and is available at a lower price.
So MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s great for saving money and increasing profit margins on a product while still benefiting from some really useful properties.
But, in our opinion MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s not the real deal and not really a natural oil.
Capric or caprylic triglyceride is a clear liquid derived from coconut oil, which is an edible substance that comes from the coconut nut of the coconut palm tree.
Coconut palms, cocos nucifera, grow around the world in lowland tropical and subtropical areas.
Healthy coconut palms produce 50 nuts per year, and the tree can be used to produce everything from food and drink to fibers, building materials, and natural ingredients.
Capric or caprylic triglyceride is a digestible ingredient used in hundreds of personal care and household products, such as baby wipes, lotion, makeup, deodorant, sunscreen, and hair-care items.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) also known as MCT Oil or Medium Chain Triglycerides is gaining widespread attention in beauty, cosmetics, and personal use industries due to its oxidative stability and smooth texture.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is produced by reacting coconut oil with glycerol through esterification.
MCT Oil is not oil; it is an ester which primarily contains the Caprylic and Capric medium chain triglycerides present in the coconut oil.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a clear, colorless and virtually odorless liquid that dispenses quickly at room temperature as compared to its raw material coconut oil which is solid at room temperature.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are commonly used in cosmetics as it absorbs rapidly into the skin and adds a smooth and dry oil feel to the skin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is often used as an ingredient in cream, lotion, moisturizer, cleanser & face wash, serum, and others.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) developed around fifty years ago as an energy source for patients suffering from fat malabsorption syndrome which still finds applications in medical, nutritional products due to the purity and the unique attributes of MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride).
A large population of APEJ and MEA use cosmetics which is growing the MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) market in these regions.
Caprylic triglyceride has various uses, including:
Skin care:
Caprylic triglyceride is a stable compound that has an oily texture.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) can create a barrier on the skin’s surface to lock in moisture.
Several skin care products contain caprylic triglyceride, such as:
-face creams
-body moisturizers
-sunscreens
-eye creams
-anti-aging serums
Makeup:
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is also a stable alternative to other oils.
Cosmetics and makeup containing fatty compounds may use caprylic triglyceride.
These products include:
-lip balm
-lip liner
-lipstick
-eyeliner
-liquid foundation or blush
Manufacturers may prefer the compound over other options because MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is smooth but not sticky or greasy.
Foods:
Caprylic acid, the base for caprylic triglyceride, may also be present in preprepared foods, such as:
-baked goods
-soft candies
-cheeses
-frozen dairy products
-gelatins and puddings
-meat products
Caprylic triglyceride carries a very low, if any, toxicity for topical use.
The FDA notes that MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s generally recognized as safe in low amounts as a food additive.
That means MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s not toxic to consume the trace amounts that might be in your lipstick or lip balm.
Unless you have a severe allergy to coconut oil, you’re at very little risk for an allergic reaction triggered by using caprylic triglyceride.
There’s some environmental concern for the use of caprylic triglyceride.
It doesn’t know enough about the way MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s broken down in nature and if it might eventually build up and pose a threat to wildlife.
More research is needed to determine the safest ways to dispose of products that contain caprylic triglyceride.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) are efficient solvents and therefore, act as carriers for fat-soluble vitamins and actives.
Their emollient properties enable MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) to improve the esthetics of topical products while functioning as a component of the delivery system.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) may also be used to help solubilize actives that are not readily soluble in traditional carrier oils.
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is a perfect vehicle for using Alpha Lipoic Acid, to keep it in solution.
To do this add 10% Alpha Lipoic Acid to 90% MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride), mixing to combine and then add this solution to your product at cool down.
Do not apply heat, once you've added the solution, which will cause the Alpha Lipoic Acid to fall out of solution.
Current research states that caprylic triglyceride is safe for most people to use.
Consuming MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) in small amounts as a food additive, sweetener, or cosmetic product doesn’t pose a risk to your health.
Capric acid/caprylic triglyceride is one of the cleanest ingredients that you can find as a natural alternative to chemical ingredients.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is derived from coconut oil and glycerin and is considered an excellent emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient.
Of note, MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) mix of fatty acids replenish skin’s surface and help it to resist moisture loss.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) can also function as a thickener or penetration enhancer, but its chief job is to moisturize and replenish skin.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)’s value for skin is made greater by the fact that it’s considered gentle.
Uses of MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride):
-The unique mix of fatty acids helps to repair the hairs surface and retain moisture in curly hair.
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) creates a barrier on the hair's surface, decreasing the amount of moisture lost.
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) not only prevent dryness of the hair and skin, but it also acts as a hair conditioning agent.
-MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) produces a noticeable silkiness in products.
-MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is considered non-sensitising, therefore it is perfect for sensitive skin.
-MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is especially suited to sensitive scalps.
-Plant derived
-Biodegradable
CAS Number: 73398-61-5 / 65381-09-1
EINECS/ELINCS No: 277-452-2 / 265-724-3
COSING REF No: 74816
Chem/IUPAC Name: Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
As a raw material MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is clear, non-viscous liquid.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is known to improve to the spreadability of formula.
Safety assessments have deemed MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride)e safe in cosmetic formulations in concentrations below 50%, with reported uses varying between 0.1% to 35%.
Despite what is often purported on the internet skin care advice sites, there is no research showing MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) is “comedogenic” or pore clogging.
Theoretically, because its molecular weight of 408 is below 500 Daltons, MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) technically has the ability to penetrate the pore lining, but even that doesn’t inherently mean it will clog pores.
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) at a Glance:
-Provides emolliency and beneficial fatty acids that help skin resist moisture loss
-Can also be used to thicken a formula or enhance the penetration of key ingredients
-Known to improve to the spreadability of a product
-Derived from coconut oil and glycerin
-Clear, non-viscous liquid
ATTRIBUTES:
-Suitable Replacement for Partially or Completely Unstable Vegetable Oils
-Improves Feel and Spreadability of Emulsions
-Improves the Stability of Natural Compositions
-Excellent Carrier for Oil Infusions / Extractions
-Suitable Carrier for Essential Oils
-Solvent for Oil Soluble Actives
-Virtually Unlimited Shelf Life
-Solvent for UV Filters
-Very High Polarity
-Oil Substitute
IUPAC NAME:
glycerides,mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
MCT; Medium Chain Triglyceride
Medium Chain Triglycerides
Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT/TCM)
Triacylglycerine
Bergabest MCT-Oil
dossierprylic / Capric Triglyceride
CremerCOOR
CremerCOOR MCT
Crodamol GTCC 65
DUB MCT
Grindsted
IMEX 3/9280
IMEX MCT 60/40
IMEX MCT 60/40(C)
Miglyol 812
MM Ester 6300
MMEster 6000
MMEster 7000
Technical Names:
Caprylic/Capric Acid Triglyceride
MCT (Medium Chain Triglyceride) (INCI)
Decanoic Acid, Ester with 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate
Decanoic Acid, Ester with 1,2,3-Propanetriol Octanoate (IFRA)
Glycerides, Mixed Decanoyl and Octanoyl
Glycerides, mixed Decanoyl and Octanoyl (IFRA)
Glycerol Calrylate Caprinate
Octanoic/Decanoic Acid Triglyceride
IUPAC names:
(1-decanoyloxy-3-octanoyloxypropan-2-yl) dodecanoate
Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
MCT's (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl (Medium Chain Triglyceride)
Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl.
MCT
Medium Chain Triglyceride
Medium Chain Triglycerides
Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT/TCM)
Trade names:
Bergabest MCT-Oil
Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
CHINT: TGL C8-10 mixed
CremerCOOR
CremerCOOR MCT
Crodamol GTCC
Crodamol GTCC 65
DUB MCT
Grindsted
IMEX 3/9280
IMEX MCT 60/40
IMEX MCT 60/40(C)
Miglyol 810
Miglyol 812
MM Ester 6300
MMEster 6000
MMEster 7000
O.D.O.
PALMESTER
PALMSURF MCT 60/40
Paryol TMC 810T
Phase I REACH Kandidat
QUOLIO 60
QUOLIO 75
RADIA 7101
RADIA 7102K
RADIA 7103
RADIA 7103K
RADIA 7104
RADIA 7108
RADIAMULS MCT 2102K
RADIAMULS MCT 2104K
RADIAMULS MCT 2105K
RADIAMULS MCT 2106
RADIAMULS MCT 2107K
RADIAMULS MCT 2107V
RADIAMULS MCT 2109K
RADIAMULS MCT 2110K
RADIAMULS MCT 2110V
RADIAMULS MCT 2113V
Rodalube 380
Rofacer GPT
Rofacer GTCC
Rofacer GTCC 60
Rofacer GTCC 70/30
Rofetan GTCC
Rofetan GTCC 70/30
Romulgin GTCC
Romulgin GTCC 70/30
Softenol 3108
TCG-M
Triglycerides C8/C10
WAGLINOL 3/9280