Coconut Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alcohols, coco
What does it do?
Coconut Alcohol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Coconut Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Coconut Alcohol?
Coconut Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alcohols, coco
Is Coconut Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Coconut Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Coconut Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Coconut Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Coconut Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Coconut Alcohol is 68425-37-6.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010