Hydrogenated coco-glycerides

Hydrogenated coco-glycerides (CAS 91744-42-2), also referred to as coco glycerides, are a mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides derived from coconut oil through hydrogenation.

Where is Hydrogenated coco-glycerides used?

• Personal care: emollient and emulsifier in creams, lotions, and lip balms
• Food: structuring agents and emulsifiers in confectionery coatings and chocolate compounds
• Adhesives and hot-melt formulations: rheological control and compatibility with wax-based systems
• They contribute to skin feel and product structure simultaneously in solid cosmetic formats.

Good to know: Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are standard, with material commonly meeting Ph. Eur. and FCC requirements depending on the intended application. Purity and glyceride ratios vary by grade; specification sheets should be reviewed against formulation requirements to ensure the correct grade is selected.

Commercial specifications

• Purity and glyceride ratios vary by grade
• Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are standard
• Material commonly meeting Ph. Eur. and FCC requirements depending on the intended application