Butylene Glycol Cocoate
What is Butylene Glycol Cocoate?
Butylene Glycol Cocoate (CAS 73138-39-3) is an ester derived from coconut fatty acids and 1,3-butanediol; it functions as an emollient, emulsifier and wetting agent.
Where is Butylene Glycol Cocoate used?
- Skincare and hair care: conditions skin and hair surface while supporting emulsion stability
- Lotions, creams and serums: enhances texture
- Home care and industrial cleaning: improves substrate wetting and disperses actives across surfaces
- Textile processing: softening and wetting agent during fiber treatment and finishing
- Leather processing: supports surface conditioning and lubricant formulations with controlled moisture retention
- It is supplied in cosmetic-grade and technical-grade specifications.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging: drums and intermediate bulk containers
Other Names (Synonyms)
Fatty acids, coco, esters with 1,3-butanediol|1,3-Butylene Glycol Cocoate