Methyl Glucose Sesquicocoate
AKA “Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside, methyl
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Methyl glucose sesquicocoate
AKA: Methyl d-glucopyranoside 2, 6-dioleate, D-Glucopyranoside methyl 2, D-Glucopyranoside
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
D-Glucopyranoside, methyl, esters with coco fatty acids (2:3) Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Formula
C43H78O8
Mol. Weight
723.1
CAS #
82933-91-3
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from coconut oil fatty acids and glucose, a natural sugar compound. Produced through esterification of methyl glucose with coconut fatty acids via chemical synthesis.
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A contemporary cosmetic ingredient developed as a gentle emulsifier and surfactant. Created to balance efficacy with skin-friendly and environmentally responsible formulation.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR