Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides

INCI: COCO/SHEA BUTTER GLYCERIDES

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (complex mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides from coconut oil and shea butter)
Function
Skin conditioning agent (emollient); emulsifying surfactant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA. Cocoglycerides (CAS 92045-31-3) assessed as safe in CIR reports on coconut oil-derived ingredients. Shea butter glycerides have GRAS-equivalent status from food-grade origins.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Plant-derived ingredient with potential for botanical contaminants (pesticide residues, heavy metals). Verification of protein content recommended for individuals with severe nut allergies.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides safe in cosmetics?

Plant-derived ingredient with potential for botanical contaminants (pesticide residues, heavy metals). Verification of protein content recommended for individuals with severe nut allergies. The EU classifies Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides allowed in the EU?

Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides do in cosmetics?

Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides functions as: Skin conditioning agent (emollient); emulsifying surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (complex mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides from coconut oil and shea butter).

What is the Margin of Safety for Coco/Shea Butter Glycerides?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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