preservative

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

INCI: CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID
CAS 7377-03-9 EC 230-936-7
Octanamide, N-Hydroxy-
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

preservative booster, chelating agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Octanamide, N-Hydroxy-

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
7377-03-9
EC Number
230-936-7
INCI
CAPRYLHYDROXAMIC ACID
Category
preservative
Updated
Apr 2, 2026