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Is Dicapryl Succinate vegetarian?

Dicapryl Succinate

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Dicapryl Succinate, also known as dioctyl succinate, is a synthetic diester of succinic acid and caprylyl (octyl) alcohol, used as an emollient in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Dioctyl Succinate
INCI name Dicapryl Succinate
CAS number 14491-66-8
EC number 238-499-4
CosIng ID 85888
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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