Glyceryl Cocoate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Glycerol Cocoate, Glyceryl Coconut Fatty Acid
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginTypically derived from coconut oil, a tropical plant-based fatty acid source. Produced through esterification of coconut fatty acids with glycerol via chemical synthesis.
Glycerides, coco mono-
CAS #
61789-05-7
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not Phototoxic
CIR Panel statement found no phototoxicity in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 344)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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