Sucrose Cocoate
AKA “Sucrose Ester, Coconut Fatty Acid Sucrose Ester
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sucrose cocoate
AKA: Sucrose Ester, Coconut Fatty Acid Sucrose Ester
Synthetic · Antistatic | Skin Conditioning | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Plant-based cleanser derived from coconut that gently removes impurities while helping hair and skin stay soft and conditioned.
CAS #
91031-88-8
Form
Liquid
Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from coconut oil, a tropical plant-based fat extracted from coconut palm fruit. Created through esterification of coconut fatty acids with sucrose, forming a plant-derived surfactant compound.
Function
Antistatic | Skin Conditioning | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
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
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR