PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate

INCI: PEG-78 GLYCERYL COCOATE

CAS Number
68201-46-7
Function
Emulsifier (O/W), emollient, refatting agent, thickener (HLB 11–13)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe as used in rinse-off products; safe up to 10% in leave-on products (PEG Glyceryl Cocoate group, 1999; damaged skin caveat removed 2010)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities possible; 10% maximum in leave-on products per CIR; coconut-derived with negligible allergy risk at this processing level.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities possible; 10% maximum in leave-on products per CIR; coconut-derived with negligible allergy risk at this processing level. The EU classifies PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate allowed in the EU?

PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate do in cosmetics?

PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate functions as: Emulsifier (O/W), emollient, refatting agent, thickener (HLB 11–13). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68201-46-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-78 Glyceryl Cocoate?

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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