Sucrose Cocoate
AKA: Sucrose Ester, Coconut Fatty Acid Sucrose Ester
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Fatty acids, coco, esters with sucrose
Formula
C12H22O11
Mol. Weight
342.30
CAS #
91031-88-8
Form
Liquid
Functions
Antistatic
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ingredient developed as a natural-derived alternative to petroleum-based emulsifiers; created in the late 20th century to meet demand for plant-based cosmetic surfactants.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR