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Is Methyl Cocoate vegetarian?

Methyl Cocoate

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Methyl Cocoate consists of the methyl esters of fatty acids derived from coconut oil, used as an emollient and surfactant in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Coco Fatty Acid Methyl Esters
INCI name Methyl Cocoate
EC number 262-988-1
CosIng ID 35283
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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