VeriMomIs glyceryl caprylate/caprate safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
glyceryl caprylate/caprate
NO KNOWN RISKS93
/100
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Pregnancy-safe products containing glyceryl caprylate/caprate
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99/100
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98/100
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98/100
ONLYBIO
ONLYBIO Hydra Mocktail Thick Foam Face Wash
98/100
Ever Spring
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Yope
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98/100
DivaCup
DivaCup The Divacup Diva Wash
98/100
Seventh Generation
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98/100
Everspring
Everspring Free And Clear Hand Soap
98/100
Testament
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98/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is glyceryl caprylate/caprate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classifications (ECHA Annex VI) and no SCCS/CIR safety assessments identifying reproductive hazards for glyceryl caprylate/caprate or closely related glyceryl fatty acid esters. PubChem and peer‑reviewed sources do not report developmental or reproductive toxicity; EWG lists low concern. Therefore default hazard = 0. Exposure from topical cosmetic use is low but measurable (e.g., dermal application of an esterified medium‑chain fatty acid), scored e=1.
- Is glyceryl caprylate/caprate safe while breastfeeding?
- Same rationale as pregnancy: no regulatory or peer‑reviewed evidence of reproductive or lactation toxicity. Dermal exposure is low but measurable; transfer into milk is not described in the literature or regulatory summaries, so exposure scored as low (e=1).
- Is glyceryl caprylate/caprate safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific reproductive/dermal toxicity data found and no harmonised flags; hazard and mechanism default to 0. Because infant skin is immature and surface‑area‑to‑weight is higher, exposure is increased by +1 vs adult (adult e=1 → infant e=2). No evidence was found to justify increasing hazard or mechanism scores for infants.
- How does VeriMom score glyceryl caprylate/caprate?
- VeriMom scores glyceryl caprylate/caprate at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to glyceryl caprylate/caprate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to glyceryl caprylate/caprate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.