Decyl D-glucoside(CAS 68515-73-1、141464-42-8)
Decyl D-glucoside, commonly known as Decyl Glucoside, is a high-grade green plant-derived non-ionic surfactant.
Its INCI name is Decyl Glucoside, with CAS No. 68515-73-1 & 141464-42-8, molecular formula C₁₆H₃₂O₆ and average molecular weight of 320.42 g/mol.
Synthesized from renewable plant-based glucose and decyl alcohol through glycosidation reaction, our cosmetic-grade Decyl D-glucoside features ultra-high purity with effective content ≥99.0%.
The product appears as colorless to pale yellow transparent viscous liquid.
The 10% aqueous solution pH value ranges from 11.0 to 12.5, with low free decyl alcohol content (≤1.0%).
The minimum order quantity is 1KG.
It is widely applied in mild cosmetic cleansing products, personal care formulations, eco-friendly daily detergents and natural skincare systems.
Decyl D-glucoside(CAS 68515-73-1、141464-42-8)
Decyl D-glucoside is a premium eco-friendly alkyl glycoside surfactant tailored for high-end mild and green daily chemical formulas. Different from traditional chemical surfactants, it is derived entirely from renewable plant raw materials, featuring zero irritation, low residue and high safety. It integrates excellent wetting, emulsifying, dispersing and mild cleansing performance, with stable formula adaptability in complex water-based systems. It can effectively remove surface dirt while protecting skin and scalp natural lipid barrier, avoiding dryness, tightness and roughness after cleansing. With superior biodegradability and environmental compatibility, it is a core green raw material for global clean beauty and low-carbon daily chemical products.

Key Benefits
• Ultra-Mild & Low-Irritation: Plant-derived green formula, non-irritating to skin and scalp, no tight and dry residue after cleansing, suitable for sensitive care.
• Excellent Mild Cleansing Power: Balanced HLB 10–12, moderate decontamination capacity, removes dirt without damaging skin natural barrier.
• Super Environmental Compatibility: 100% biodegradable, zero pollution residue, meets global green cosmetic and eco-friendly production standards.
• Extreme Formula Stability: Outstanding resistance to hard water, high alkali and high salt, stable performance in complex formula systems without stratification.
• Good Foaming & Wetting Performance: Rich fine foam, excellent wetting and permeability, uniform formula dispersion and attachment.
• Wide Compatibility: Perfectly compatible with anionic, cationic and non-ionic surfactants, flexible formula adjustment for mass production.
Applications
• Mild Facial Cleansing Products: Widely used in amino acid facial cleanser and mild cleansing milk for gentle deep cleaning without skin dryness.
• Body & Scalp Care Cleansers: Applied in body wash, shampoo and scalp cleansing products to protect scalp barrier and relieve dry itching.
• Infant & Sensitive Skin Care: Ideal for baby bath products and sensitive skin exclusive cleansing formulas with ultra-high safety.
• Eco-Friendly Daily Detergents: Used in mild hand soap, household cleaning solutions and green detergent products for low-carbon environmental protection.
• Natural Organic Cosmetics: Serves as cleansing and emulsifying auxiliary ingredient in natural skincare formulas to upgrade product mildness grade.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
Test Item | Standard Specification | Test Result | Test Method |
Product Name | Decyl D-glucoside (Decyl Glucoside) | Compliant | Visual Verification |
CAS No. | 68515-73-1 / 141464-42-8 | Compliant | Document Verification |
Appearance | Colorless to Pale Yellow Transparent Viscous Liquid, Odorless | Compliant | Visual & Olfactory Inspection |
Effective Purity | ≥99.0% | 99.72% | High Performance Liquid Chromatography |
HLB Value | 10.0–12.0 | 11.3 | Calculation Method |
pH Value (10% Aqueous Solution) | 11.0–12.5 | 11.68 | pH Meter Method |
Free Decyl Alcohol | ≤1.0% | 0.25% | Gas Chromatography |
Moisture Content | ≤0.1% | 0.03% | Karl Fischer Method |
Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤10ppm | <5ppm | Atomic Absorption Spectrometry |
Conclusion | Conforms to Global Cosmetic Grade Green Standards | Qualified | Comprehensive Detection |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Q1: What global green cosmetic standards does Decyl D-glucoside comply with? A1: It meets EU SCCS, US FDA and China NMPA standards, eco-friendly and fully compliant for global sales.
• Q2: What is the MOQ and bulk supply capacity? A2: MOQ is 1KG, sufficient spot stock supports bulk orders and fast global delivery.
• Q3: What cosmetic formulas is this ingredient suitable for? A3: Ideal for mild cleansing, infant care, sensitive skin and eco-friendly daily chemical formulas.
• Q4: What are the standard storage conditions and shelf life? A4: Sealed cool dry storage, with a 24-month valid shelf life.
• Q5: Can you provide complete export certification documents? A5: Full set of COA, MSDS and customs clearance documents are available.
• Q6: What is the recommended formula addition ratio? A6: Conventional dosage is 2.0%-8.0%, adjustable for different mild cleansing products.
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