Butylene Glycol Cocoate

Butylene Glycol Cocoate 1
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AKA: 3-BUTANEDIOL, Butane-1, 3-Butylene glycol, 3-Dihydroxybutane
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from coconut oil fatty acids and butylene glycol as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification of coconut fatty acids with butylene glycol.
Coconut oil fatty acids, 2-hydroxybutyl ester
CAS #
107-88-0, 6290-03-5
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Wound Healing
Mixes oil and water
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR