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The facts: Coco-Glucoside is not banned worldwide, but some health agencies have flagged concerns. We can't tell you whether it's safe for your pregnancy — that's a conversation for your OB-GYN or midwife. What we can do is show you the regulatory facts and flag Coco-Glucoside on any product's label so you can decide with your provider. Commonly found in: Weleda Gentle Cleansing Foam, Primally Pure Everything Spray, Andalou Naturals Cleansing Foam.
TL;DR: Coco-Glucoside is allowed in the EU and allowed in the US. Here's what to know if you're pregnant.
| EU status | Allowed |
|---|---|
| US status | Allowed |
| Risk level (regulatory) | low |
| Where it shows up | Weleda Gentle Cleansing Foam, Primally Pure Everything Spray, Andalou Naturals Cleansing Foam |
Coco-glucoside is a non-ionic surfactant made from coconut oil fatty alcohols (C8–C16) and glucose. It is a mixed-chain alkyl polyglucoside that combines the foaming of lauryl glucoside with the mildness of decyl glucoside.
Coco-glucoside is used as a primary surfactant in mild cleansers, baby products, and natural/organic cosmetics, offering good lather, low irritation, and ECOCERT/COSMOS approval.
Coco-glucoside is one of the best-tolerated cosmetic surfactants. Safety reviews confirm minimal irritation and sensitization potential. It is biodegradable, palm/coconut-derived, and COSMOS certified. No carcinogenicity or endocrine disruption has been identified. Individuals with true coconut allergies should be cautious, though the chemical processing generally eliminates the proteins responsible for IgE-mediated reactions.
For educational use only. This page summarizes the regulatory status of Coco-Glucoside with citations to the primary sources below. It is not medical advice and is not pregnancy-specific medical guidance. Consult your OB-GYN or midwife for decisions about your pregnancy.
Coco-Glucoside is not currently banned worldwide, though some agencies have flagged concerns. See the sources below.
That's a decision for you and your OB-GYN or midwife — we don't give medical advice. What we can tell you is the regulatory status above. Many people choose to limit additives during pregnancy out of caution; bring this page and its sources to your next appointment.
Commonly found in Weleda Gentle Cleansing Foam, Primally Pure Everything Spray, Andalou Naturals Cleansing Foam. Scan any product's barcode to check its label for Coco-Glucoside.
Any single-chain APG (decyl or lauryl glucoside) for similar functionality. See the pregnancy-conscious swaps below.
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