N-CAPROYL DOPAMINE

Other

78

Good

CAS Number: 930050-18-3

About N-CAPROYL DOPAMINE

N-Caproyl Dopamine is a cosmetic ingredient. N-Caproyl Dopamine is the organic compound. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

N-Caproyl Dopamine (CAS 930050-18-3) is a lipophilic dopamine derivative formed by amide bond coupling of dopamine with caproic acid (hexanoic acid, C6 fatty acid). This modification significantly increases skin penetration compared to free dopamine. The molecule retains dopamine's tyrosinase-inhibiting activity, suggesting potential skin-brightening or melanogenesis-modulating properties, and may act as a文斯活性成分 in skin stress response. Limited published safety data exists for topical application, but the caproic acid component is a naturally occurring fatty acid, and dopamine is endogenously present. The ingredient occupies a niche functional category in advanced skin care.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Potential tyrosinase inhibition for skin brightening
  • ✓ Antioxidant activity inherited from dopamine scaffold
  • ✓ May support skin barrier function

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Limited long-term safety data for topical cosmetic use
  • ⚠ Potential interaction with dopaminergic pathways in skin

Safety Score

78

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.