Glycereth-2 Cocoate

INCI: GLYCERETH-2 COCOATE

CAS Number
68201-46-7
Function
Co-surfactant (non-ionic), emulsifier, emollient, foam stabilizer, viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restrictions; PEGylated alkyl glycerides assessed by CIR as safe (2014)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Low ethoxylation reduces 1,4-dioxane risk but requires testing; coconut-derived with allergen declaration; biodegradable and widely used in mild cleansing formulations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycereth-2 Cocoate safe in cosmetics?

Low ethoxylation reduces 1,4-dioxane risk but requires testing; coconut-derived with allergen declaration; biodegradable and widely used in mild cleansing formulations. The EU classifies Glycereth-2 Cocoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glycereth-2 Cocoate allowed in the EU?

Glycereth-2 Cocoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycereth-2 Cocoate do in cosmetics?

Glycereth-2 Cocoate functions as: Co-surfactant (non-ionic), emulsifier, emollient, foam stabilizer, viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68201-46-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-2 Cocoate?

not established 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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