CAS Number: 68201-46-7
PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate. Acts as a water soluble emollient prepared from derivatized coconut oil. Is a nonionic and compatible with other ionic species in formulation. It is used in personal care both as an emulsifying agent with an HLB of 10 and as a low irritation secondary surfactant with a moisturizing effect due to its refatting properties. Imparts lubricity. Is ideally suited for use in haircare and bath products where its luxurious after feel combined with its solubilization and emulsification properties are best employed. Also acts as rheological agent and irritation mollifying agent.Glyceryl Cocoate It is a multifunctional substance which is an ideal emulsifying agent, emollient and solvent material. It is of natural origin, obtained from coconut oil and glycerin. Non-ionic, ethoxlyated polyethylene glycol ester made from glycerin & coconut oil. Clear oily liquid, characteristic odor. Soluble in water & alcohols, insoluble in oils. HLB value 11 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).
Properties
Multifunctional agent with excellent emulsifying, emollient, refatting & thickening properties, also useful as surfactant & foam booster, good conditioning effect for soft & smooth skin.
Use
Can be added to formulas as is, usual concentration 1 - 10%. For external use only.
Applications
Universally applicable, especially in liquid soaps, lotions, body washes, shower gels, hair shampoos, facial cleansers, bubble baths, decorative cosmetics.
