Dicaprylyl Carbonate (Cetiol CC):-
CAS Number: 1680-31-5
Dicaprylyl Carbonate (often marketed under trade names like Cetiol® CC by BASF) is a fast-spreading, light emollient used widely in personal care and cosmetic formulations to provide a silky, non-greasy skin feel and to enhance the spreadability of products.
What is Dicaprylyl Carbonate (Cetiol® CC)?
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INCI Name: Dicaprylyl Carbonate
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Source: Synthetic ester of carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol (derived from coconut or palm kernel oil)
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Trade Name: Often branded as Cetiol® CC by BASF
Physical Form
| Property | Description |
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| Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Texture | Lightweight, dry-feel oil |
| Solubility | Oil-soluble |
| Spreadability | Very fast, similar to silicones |
| Odor | Neutral to very mild |
| Skin Feel | Silky, dry, non-oily, non-sticky |
Uses in Personal Care & Cosmetics
| Product Type | Function / Benefit |
|---|---|
| Facial moisturizers | Emollient, enhances spreadability and skin feel |
| Sunscreens | Solvent/dispersant for UV filters, improves skin feel |
| Primers & foundations | Dry-touch feel, silicone alternative |
| Body lotions | Fast-absorbing hydration without greasiness |
| Hair serums/oils | Lightweight shine enhancer |
| Lip balms/lipsticks | Improves glide and softness |
| Deodorants | Enhances spread, reduces tackiness |
| Pressed powders | Used as binder or texture enhancer |
Functional Roles
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Lightweight Emollient
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Moisturizes without greasiness or occlusion
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Leaves a silky, dry finish
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Silicone Alternative
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Offers a cyclomethicone-like slip and spreadability
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Suitable for natural, silicone-free formulations
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Pigment Dispersant
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Helps disperse pigments evenly in makeup and sunscreens
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Solvent for UV Filters
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Used in sunscreen products to dissolve oil-soluble UV filters
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Texture Enhancer
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Reduces tackiness in emulsions and improves playtime
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Key Benefits
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Fast-spreading and non-greasy
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Ideal for lightweight formulations
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Suitable for sensitive skin
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Non-comedogenic – won’t clog pores
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Biodegradable and eco-friendly
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Approved for use in natural and organic cosmetics (e.g., COSMOS, Ecocert)
Usage & Safety
| Aspect | Details |
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| Recommended Use Level | Typically 1–10%, depending on formulation |
| Safety Profile | Low irritation potential, well-tolerated |
| Regulatory Status | Approved worldwide, no usage restrictions |
| EWG Rating | 1 (low hazard) |
Ideal For:
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Clean beauty and natural formulations
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Silicone-free products
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Quick-absorbing and mattifying creams or lotions
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Sensitive skin or acne-prone skin products
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