INCI Name
Potassium Cocoate
Functions
3 Roles
Sustainability
9/10
Category
surfactants
What It Does
Potassium Cocoate is the potassium salt of coconut fatty acids, created through the saponification of coconut oil with potassium hydroxide. This traditional soap-making ingredient produces a naturally soft, liquid soap base that's exceptionally mild and creates a rich, creamy lather. Formulators favor it for castile-style liquid soaps because it remains stable in liquid form without additional solvents, and its coconut oil origin provides excellent cleansing power while maintaining skin compatibility.
Technical Properties
pH Range
9.0-11.0
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
anionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
thickening
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
high
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Works Well With
Avoid Combining
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
coconut oil
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Potassium Cocoate
- Common Name
- Organic Peppermint Castile Soap
- CAS Number
- 61789-30-8
- Category
- surfactants
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