Sucrose Cocoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, coco, esters with sucrose
What does it do?
Sucrose Cocoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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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
Sucrose 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 Sucrose Cocoate?
Sucrose Cocoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, coco, esters with sucrose
Is Sucrose Cocoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sucrose Cocoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sucrose Cocoate do in cosmetic products?
Sucrose Cocoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sucrose Cocoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sucrose Cocoate is 91031-88-8.
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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