Glycereth-5 Cocoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.,.alpha'.,.alpha''.-1,2,3-propanetriyltris[.omega.,.omega.'-dihydroxy-.omega''. ester with fatty acids derived from coconut oil] (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Glycereth-5 Cocoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Glycereth-5 Cocoate 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 Glycereth-5 Cocoate?
Glycereth-5 Cocoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.,.alpha'.,.alpha''.-1,2,3-propanetriyltris[.omega.,.omega.'-dihydroxy-.omega''. ester with fatty acids derived from coconut oil] (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Glycereth-5 Cocoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glycereth-5 Cocoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glycereth-5 Cocoate do in cosmetic products?
Glycereth-5 Cocoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
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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