PEG 7 GLYCERYL COCOATE

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate is a nonionic surfactant and hydrophilic emollient comprising ethoxylated glycerol esters of coconut-derived fatty acids.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate has an average ethoxylation level of seven, combining water-compatible polyoxyethylene segments with lipophilic fatty acid residues.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate functions principally as a refatting agent, skin-conditioning ingredient, solubilizer, and auxiliary emulsifier in cleansing and personal care formulations.

CAS Number: 66105-29-1; 68201-46-7 is also used as a generic registry identity  
EC Number: 614-376-4, an ECHA list number associated with generic CAS 68201-46-7  
Molecular Formula: Variable; mixture of fatty acid ester constituents and ethoxylation homologues  
Molecular Weight: Variable; no single molecular weight applies to the commercial ingredient

Synonyms: PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, PEG-7 Glycerol Cocoate, Glycereth-7 Cocoate, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Polyoxyethylene 7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Polyethylene Glycol 7 Glyceryl Monococoate, Polyoxyethylene 7 Glyceryl Monococoate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Monococoate, POE-7 Glyceryl Monococoate, Macrogol 7 Glycerol Cocoate, Macrogol 7 Glyceryl Cocoate, PEG-7 Coconut Glycerides, Polyoxyethylene 7 Coconut Glycerides, Coconut Glycerol Esters Ethoxylated with an Average of 7 EO, Glycerol Cocoate-7EO, Ethoxylated Coconut Monoglycerides with an Average of 7 EO, Ethoxylated Coconut Mono- and Diglycerides with an Average of 7 EO, Coconut Glycerides Ethoxylated with an Average of 7 EO, Nonionic Coconut Glyceride Surfactant, Hydrophilic Glyceryl Cocoate Emollient, Glyceryl Cocoate Refatting Agent, Ethoxylated Glyceryl Cocoate Solubilizer, Cetiol HE, Glycerox HE, Emanon HE, Tegosoft GC, CAS 66105-29-1, CAS 68201-46-7 (generic), ECHA List 614-376-4, UNII VNX7251543

APPLICATIONS

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate serves as a refatting and conditioning additive in shower gels, bath preparations, and liquid hand cleansers.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate helps improve the skin feel associated with cleansing systems that remove surface oils during washing.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contributes hydrophilic emolliency while remaining compatible with appropriately designed aqueous surfactant formulations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate supports formulations intended to balance effective cleansing with a softer, less drying after-feel.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate provides an emollient and conditioning contribution in shampoo formulations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate can be incorporated into compatible anionic and amphoteric surfactant systems to modify washing performance and sensory properties.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate supports a creamy foam character in suitable formulations without functioning as the sole primary cleansing surfactant.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate requires assessment within the complete shampoo because foam, viscosity, clarity, and rinsing behavior depend on the other ingredients. 

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contributes to facial cleansing gels, cleansing foams, washing oils, and selected micellar formulations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate combines surface activity with emollient properties, helping formulators manage cleansing performance and skin feel.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate supports incorporation of compatible lipophilic ingredients into a cleansing system.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate must be evaluated for clarity and rinsing characteristics because different grades and surfactant combinations can produce different dispersion behavior.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate acts as a solubility promoter for essential oils and other suitable lipophilic ingredients.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate associates with oil-soluble components through its fatty acid residues while its polyoxyethylene segments support compatibility with aqueous systems.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate can help distribute fragrance oils and selected formulation actives when the oil loading and surfactant balance are appropriate.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate does not guarantee a transparent solution for every oil, so solubilization capacity and storage stability require formulation-specific verification.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate functions as an auxiliary emulsifier in suitable oil-in-water creams, lotions, and related skin care preparations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate supports the interfacial activity of the principal emulsifier while contributing emolliency.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate helps formulators balance aqueous compatibility with the incorporation of lipophilic ingredients.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate should be selected alongside the complete emulsifier system because final stability also depends on oil composition, electrolyte content, rheology, and processing.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate provides solubilizing and superfatting functions in selected aqueous and aqueous-alcoholic preparations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate finds application in products such as aftershave preparations and compatible deodorant formulations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contributes a softer skin feel where the formulation would otherwise provide limited emolliency.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate performance in alcohol-containing systems depends on solvent composition and the compatibility of fragrance, active ingredients, and other additives.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate also serves as a formulation component in selected household and industrial detergents.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contributes washing and emulsifying properties in compatible products, including certain dishwashing liquids and vehicle-care preparations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate can complement the principal surfactants where its interfacial behavior and formulation compatibility provide a useful benefit.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate requires application-specific evaluation because properties desirable in personal care products do not automatically translate into optimum industrial cleaning performance.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate is incorporated as a supporting ingredient in selected cleansing wipe formulations.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contributes surfactant and emollient functionality within the liquid applied to the wipe substrate.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate performs an auxiliary role in formulations containing a separate antimicrobial active ingredient.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate suitability for cosmetic, antiseptic, or other regulated wipes depends on the exact grade, finished-product assessment, and applicable regulatory requirements. 

DESCRIPTION

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate belongs to the family of ethoxylated glycerides and polyoxyethylene glycerol fatty acid esters.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate contains coconut-derived fatty acid residues with a naturally variable distribution of carbon-chain lengths.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate has an average ethoxylation value of seven rather than exactly seven oxyethylene units in every constituent molecule.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate therefore represents a commercial distribution of related constituents, not a single pure compound with one fixed formula or molecular weight. 

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate is generally supplied as a clear or slightly hazy, pale yellow liquid.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate viscosity, color, and low-temperature flow behavior vary with composition and commercial specification.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate can form clear solutions in suitable aqueous surfactant systems even when a particular grade produces turbidity in water alone.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate water compatibility should consequently be described in relation to the actual grade, concentration, temperature, and surrounding surfactants. 

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate combines ester groups, polyoxyethylene chains, and residual hydroxyl functionality within its commercial composition.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate derives its formulation behavior from the balance between lipophilic fatty acid residues and hydrophilic ethoxylated regions.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate quality assessment can include water content, acid value, color, viscosity, and relevant residual manufacturing impurities.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate grades intended for cosmetic use require appropriate control of ethoxylation-related impurities, including residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane where relevant.

PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate is supplied without hazardous classification in representative commercial safety documentation, although classification remains grade and jurisdiction dependent.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate can still cause discomfort following direct eye contact or prolonged exposure to the concentrated ingredient.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate remains stable under recommended storage conditions but should be protected from excessive heat and incompatible oxidizing agents.
PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate cosmetic use does not establish unrestricted suitability for damaged skin, pharmaceutical administration, food applications, or medical use. 

PROPERTIES

Product Name: PEG 7 Glyceryl Cocoate  
INCI Name: PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate  
Alternative Name: Polyethylene glycol 7 glyceryl cocoate  
Chemical Family: Ethoxylated glycerides; polyoxyethylene glycerol fatty acid esters  
Functional Class: Nonionic surfactant, hydrophilic emollient, refatting agent, solubilizer, and auxiliary emulsifier  
CAS Number: 66105-29-1; generic CAS 68201-46-7 also occurs in commercial documentation  
EC/List Number: 614-376-4, associated with generic CAS 68201-46-7  
UNII: VNX7251543  
Molecular Formula: Variable  
Molecular Weight: Variable  
Average Ethoxylation Level: Approximately seven oxyethylene units per glyceride-derived molecule, expressed as a commercial average  
Physical State: Liquid under ordinary room-temperature handling conditions  
Appearance: Pale yellow liquid; clarity and color are grade dependent  
Odor: Slight characteristic odor  
Purity or Active Content: Grade dependent; a high active-content specification does not indicate a single pure molecular species  
Water Compatibility: Grade dependent; clear solubilization may require a compatible surfactant system  
Surfactant Compatibility: Compatible with many appropriately formulated anionic, amphoteric, and nonionic systems  
Melting or Freezing Behavior: Grade dependent; no universal sharp melting point  
Boiling Point: No single verified value applicable to the commercial mixture  
Primary Functions: Refatting, emolliency, solubilization, and support of emulsification  
Major Applications: Cleansing products, shampoos, skin care emulsions, aqueous-alcoholic preparations, selected detergents, and cleansing wipes  
Regulatory Suitability: Exact grade, formulation, intended exposure, and jurisdiction dependent  
Shelf Life: Grade, purity, packaging, storage conditions, and manufacturer dependent 
Representative Density: Approximately 1.06 g/cm³ at 20°C for a reported commercial grade  
Representative Dynamic Viscosity: Approximately 150 mPa·s at 25°C for a reported commercial grade  
Representative Solution pH: 5.5–6.5 at 50 g/L in water and 25°C for a reported commercial grade  
Flash Point: Grade and test-method dependent; consult the current supplier SDS  
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous in representative commercial documentation; the current regional supplier SDS controls labeling  
Signal Word: None for grades supplied without hazardous classification  
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents  
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and smoke  
UN Number: Not assigned for representative grades supplied as non-dangerous goods  
Transport Class: Generally not regulated as dangerous goods under DOT, IMDG, and IATA for representative neat commercial grades  
Packing Group: Not applicable when not regulated  
Storage Conditions: Closed containers in a cool, dry area, protected from excessive heat and incompatible chemicals 

FIRST AID

Inhalation:

Move the affected person to fresh air following exposure to mist or heated fumes.
Obtain medical attention if respiratory discomfort persists.

Skin Contact:

Wash with soap and water and remove contaminated clothing.
Seek medical advice if irritation or other symptoms continue.

Eye Contact:

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contact lenses if easily possible.
Obtain medical attention if discomfort, redness, or visual disturbance persists.

Ingestion:

Rinse the mouth and do not induce vomiting.
Contact a medical professional or poison information service if a significant quantity has been swallowed or symptoms develop.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Note to Physicians:

Treat symptomatically according to the exposure and clinical findings. 

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling:

Avoid unnecessary contact with the concentrated ingredient and minimize mist formation.
Use good industrial hygiene and wash hands after handling.

Engineering Controls:

Provide adequate ventilation, particularly during heated processing or aerosol-generating operations.
Maintain accessible eyewash and washing facilities.

Personal Protection:

Wear suitable protective gloves and safety glasses or splash goggles according to the task.
Use protective clothing where splashing is possible.

Respiratory Protection:

Respiratory protection is generally unnecessary during normal handling with adequate ventilation.
Assess suitable protection where mist or fumes cannot be adequately controlled.

Storage:

Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry area.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommended temperature range and protect from excessive heat and direct sunlight.

Material Compatibility:

Segregate from strong oxidizing agents.
Confirm compatibility of packaging and processing equipment with the actual grade and operating conditions. 

Spill Procedures:

Restrict access to slippery surfaces.
Contain the spill, absorb with suitable inert material, and collect in labeled waste containers.
Clean the remaining film without allowing uncontrolled runoff.

Environmental Precautions:

Prevent discharge to drains, soil, groundwater, and surface water.

Fire Response:

The organic ingredient can burn when sufficiently heated.
Use foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray as appropriate.
Firefighters should wear suitable protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Waste Disposal:

Dispose of residues, absorbents, and contaminated packaging according to applicable local requirements.