Hydrogenated coconut oil

Hydrogenated coconut oil (CAS 84836-98-6), also known as hardened copra oil, is a fully or partially saturated fat produced by hydrogenating natural coconut oil to raise its melting point and extend shelf stability.

Where is Hydrogenated coconut oil used?

• Food manufacturing: stable, non-greasy fat base for confectionery coatings
• Shortenings and filled chocolate products: controlled melting behaviour
• Cosmetics: body in stick products, balms and solid emulsions
• Personal care: smooth skin feel and oxidative stability
• Industrial lubricants: solid and semi-solid formulations for metal processing
• Release agents
• Adhesives and coatings: plasticizing component and processing aid
• It also serves as a solid carrier, emollient and structuring agent.
• Used in the production of ice cream.
• Used as a milk fat replacement.
• Emulsifying properties make it useful in formulations requiring a creamy consistency.
• Used in over-the-counter products such as ointments and suppositories where lipid bases are required.

Formulation notes

• Harder, higher-melting and more oxidatively stable than standard coconut oil.
• Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Typical specification

• Melting range 30°C to 38°C.
• Limit of nickel not more than 1 µg/g.
• Acid value not more than 2.0.
• Peroxide value not more than 5.0.

Regulatory status

• Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
• Classifies under HS code 1516.20.

Frequently asked questions about Hydrogenated coconut oil

What is the typical fatty acid composition of hydrogenated coconut oil?

The fatty acid composition includes lauric acid (C12:0) at 44.0–52.0% and myristic acid (C14:0) at 15.0–20.0%.

In which food applications is hydrogenated coconut oil typically used?

It is applied in bakery products and margarine products.

How do emollients such as hydrogenated coconut oil work on the skin?

They form a thin film on the skin surface, reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and improving skin texture and elasticity.

Technical content is compiled and updated by the SoleChem product team from public technical sources; the certificate of analysis (COA) governs product-specific specifications.