Propylene Glycol Dicocoate

Propylene Glycol Dicocoate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Propylene Glycol Coconut Diester
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginTypically derived from coconut oil, a tropical plant-based fatty acid source. Produced through esterification of propylene glycol with coconut fatty acids.
Fatty acids, coco, esters with propylene glycol
CAS #
68953-19-5
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-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR