Propylene Glycol Dicocoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, coco, esters with propylene glycol
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Dicocoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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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
Propylene Glycol Dicocoate 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 Propylene Glycol Dicocoate?
Propylene Glycol Dicocoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, coco, esters with propylene glycol
Is Propylene Glycol Dicocoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Dicocoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Dicocoate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Dicocoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Dicocoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Dicocoate is 68953-19-5.
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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