Surfactant / PEG fatty acid ester
PEG-10 COCOATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An ethoxylated coconut-fatty-acid ester surfactant used as a mild cleansing and emulsifying agent in skincare and rinse-off cosmetic products, generally well tolerated when properly purified and stripped.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective ethoxylated coconut-fatty-acid ester surfactant for cleansing and emulsifying
- Generally mild compared with sulfate-based surfactants
- PEG fatty esters are CIR-assessed as safe within current use levels
- Water-soluble and easy to rinse, suitable for face and body cleansers
Known concerns
- Ethoxylation process can leave residual 1,4-dioxane unless stripped
- CIR notes PEG esters should not be applied to damaged or compromised skin
- Potential mild eye and mucous-membrane irritation at high concentrations
- Cocoate-class CAS (61791-29-5) covers broad PEG-cocoate range, exact PEG-10 hazard varies
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.