CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE (CCT)

INCI Name: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Common Name: CCT / MCT
Ingredient Type: Emollient / Carrier / Dispersing Medium
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale-yellow oily liquid
Odor: Typically mild or nearly odorless
Solubility: Insoluble in water; oil soluble
Typical Use Level: approximately 1–20%, depending on application and supplier recommendations
Processing: Oil phase; generally suitable for hot or cold processing where the overall formulation permits

Important chemical identity note: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a mixture of triglycerides derived mainly from caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) fatty acids. Therefore, I recommend that WCS639 does not display one molecular formula, one molecular weight, or one single molecular structure for CCT. We should use your supplier’s COA/TDS for grade-specific specifications.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a versatile liquid emollient widely used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations. It provides excellent spreadability and contributes a smooth, silky and lightweight sensory profile.

CCT is commonly incorporated into creams, lotions, facial oils, serums, balms and other oil-containing formulations. It can also function as a carrier or dispersing medium for suitable oil-soluble ingredients.

FUNCTIONS & BENEFITS

• Provides lightweight emollience
• Improves spreadability
• Helps create a smooth and silky skin feel
• Helps reduce an excessively heavy or greasy sensory profile
• Functions as an oil-phase carrier
• Useful as a dispersing medium for compatible ingredients
• Supports creams and lotion sensory performance
• Suitable for facial and body-care products
• Useful in anhydrous and emulsified formulations
• Versatile across skincare, hair-care and personal-care products

APPLICATIONS

Face Cream • Body Cream • Lotion • Moisturizer • Facial Serum • Facial Oil • Body Oil • Balm • Makeup/Cosmetic Products • Hair Care • Body Care • Personal Care

FORMULATION & PROCESSING

CCT can normally be added directly to the oil phase.

It may be blended with cosmetic oils, esters, silicones, emulsifiers and other compatible lipophilic ingredients.

For emulsions, incorporate CCT into the oil phase before emulsification. Processing conditions should be selected according to the complete formulation rather than CCT alone.

COMPATIBILITY

Commonly used alongside:

Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Glyceryl Stearate • E-Wax NF • Dimethicone • Cosmetic oils • Oil-soluble actives • Esters • Waxes

Final compatibility and stability must be confirmed in the finished formulation.

STORAGE

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

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CCT (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride)