Hydrogenated C12-18 Triglycerides
AKA “Hydrogenated coconut oil, Hydrogenated palm oil
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydrogenated c12-18 triglycerides
AKA: Hydrogenated coconut oil, Hydrogenated palm oil
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Glycerides, C12-18 tri-, hydrogenated Science: Process: Catalytic Hydrogenation | Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
8015-80-3; 8007-24-7; 8002-03-7; 68425-36-5; 91051-35-3
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern ingredient created by hydrogenating plant-derived triglycerides. Developed to provide a stable, lightweight emollient and thickening agent derived from sustainable botanical sources.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 60.0% in leave-on products (3 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 577).
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Coconut Oil, Coconut Acid, Hydrogenated Coconut Acid, and Hydrogenated Coconut Oil
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Palm (Elaeis Guineensis) Oil, Palm (Elaeis Guineensis) Kernel Oil, Hydrogenated Palm Oil and Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Hydrogenated C12-18 Triglycerides
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Hydrogenated Coconut Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Hydrogenated Palm Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Hydrogenated C12-18 Triglycerides
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Hydrogenated Coconut Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Hydrogenated Palm Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR