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Coppertone Coppertone Kids Sunscreen SPF 60

SPF 60 as labeled

U.S. formulation · record last retrieved 27 July 2026

What is listed

The ingredient declaration stored for this formulation, reproduced exactly as it was recorded from the source below.

Homosalate, Avobenzone, Octocrylene, Octisalate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Starch, Tapioca, Xanthan Gum, Glycerin, Polyester-7, Calcium Silicate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Glycereth-26, Disodium Edta-Copper, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carnauba Wax, Water, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Argan Oil, .Beta.-Bisabolol, Styrene/Acrylamide Copolymer (Mw 500000), Glyceryl Stearate Se, Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether, .Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate, Dl-, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Fragrance Floral Orc0902236

29 entries · the stored declaration is recorded as complete.

What each ingredient generally does

Each entry that matched a canonical ingredient, with the function recorded for it. These notes describe the role an ingredient plays in a formulation. They do not assess an ingredient.

  • Homosalate

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also adds scent to the product.

  • Avobenzone

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also acts as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it also appears as Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane.

  • Octocrylene

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also serves as a light stabilizer, helping keep other filters and the formula intact under sunlight.

  • Octisalate

    Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

    An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

  • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. In practice, it helps the product spread easily and leaves a smooth finish.

  • Hydroxyacetophenone

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidising)other

    An antioxidant that helps keep the formula from going off over time. In practice it protects the product's other ingredients from breaking down.

  • Cetearyl Alcohol

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Foam boosting (increases foam from other ingredients)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A workhorse ingredient that softens skin feel, adjusts thickness, helps oil and water mix, and keeps the blend stable. In practice it thickens the product, keeps it from separating, gives a smooth feel, and can make the product look opaque. Despite its name, it behaves like a waxy solid, not a drying alcohol.

    listed as “Cetostearyl Alcohol

  • Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)

    An emollient and solvent that improves spreadability and helps stabilize light-sensitive ingredients in the formula.

  • Silica Dimethyl Silylate

    Anticaking (keeps powder free-flowing)Antifoaming (stops the formula foaming)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is a modified silica powder that keeps the oil and water parts from separating and adjusts the product's thickness. It also softens skin feel, cuts down foaming, and stops powders from clumping.

  • Tapioca Starch

    Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Tapioca Starch is a fine powder that adjusts thickness. It helps give the product its body and texture.

    listed as “Starch, Tapioca

  • Xanthan Gum

    Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Gel forming (sets the formula into a gel)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    A thickener that adjusts how thick the product is and forms a gel-like texture. It keeps oil and water mixed and stops the blend from separating, giving a stable, even feel.

  • Glycerin

    Denaturant (makes alcohol undrinkable)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Humectant (holds moisture)Oral care (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Glycerin draws in and holds moisture while conditioning and protecting skin. It also dissolves other ingredients, adjusts thickness, and can add scent. On labels it may appear as glycerol.

  • Polyester-7

    Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    This is a polymer that forms a film, conditions the skin, and adjusts thickness. It leaves a thin layer on the surface, smooths the skin feel, and gives the product body.

  • Calcium Silicate

    Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Bulking agent (adds volume)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

    A mineral powder that soaks up excess moisture and oil while adding bulk to the formula. It also makes the product more opaque, so it looks less transparent.

  • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate

    Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    A cleansing agent that helps oil and water mix and lifts away dirt. It also conditions skin and hair, leaving a softer feel.

  • Glycereth-26

    Humectant (holds moisture)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

    Glycereth-26 is a humectant, meaning it draws in and holds moisture. It also adjusts the thickness of the product, helping give it the right texture.

  • Disodium Edta-Copper

    Astringent (CosIng functional class)Chelating (binds metal ions in the formula)

    An ingredient that binds trace metals that would otherwise spoil the formula. It also has an astringent, tightening effect on skin.

  • 1,2-Hexanediol

    Humectant (holds moisture)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A fluid that acts as a solvent, dissolving other ingredients so they blend evenly. It also conditions the skin, leaving it feeling smooth.

  • Copernicia Cerifera Cera

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Film forming (leaves a thin coating)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is carnauba wax, which forms a thin film on the surface and softens skin feel. It helps the product hold together and smooth out. Often listed as carnauba wax.

    listed as “Carnauba Wax

  • Water

    Antiplaque (CosIng functional class)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    The base liquid that most of the other ingredients dissolve or spread into. It carries the formula and helps condition the skin surface.

  • Butyloctyl Salicylate

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

    A liquid that conditions skin and hair and acts as a solvent. It softens skin feel and helps dissolve and spread other ingredients in the mix.

  • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Argan oil, used as a skin conditioner and emollient. It softens and smooths skin feel and helps keep skin in good condition.

    listed as “Argan Oil

  • No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

    listed as “.Beta.-Bisabolol

  • Styrene/Acrylamide Copolymer

    Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)

    This is an opacifying agent, which makes a product look less see-through. It gives the formula a more solid, opaque appearance.

    listed as “Styrene/Acrylamide Copolymer (Mw 500000)

  • Glyceryl Stearate Se

    Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

    An emulsifier that helps the oil and water parts of the product stay mixed together. This keeps the formula from separating.

  • Ppg-15 Stearyl Ether

    Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    This is an emollient, which softens and smooths skin feel. It helps the product leave skin feeling smoother.

  • Tocopheryl Acetate

    Antioxidant (slows the formula oxidising)otherSkin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

    Tocopheryl Acetate is a form of vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping keep the formula from going off. It also conditions the skin, softening its feel.

    listed as “.Alpha.-Tocopherol Acetate, Dl-

  • Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate

    Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

    An ingredient that works to protect the skin surface. It helps form a protective layer on the skin.

  • Parfum

    Fragrance ingredient (scent)

    This is the fragrance, a blend of scent ingredients added to give the product an odour or mask other smells. It's also listed as "aroma" on some labels.

    listed as “Fragrance Floral Orc0902236

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Source quality

Source
DailyMed drug label
Source record
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=240dd76a-8f39-caec-e063-6294a90abbbc
Retrieved
27 July 2026
Market
United States
Formulation date
Not recorded
Version
v1 of this U.S. formulation
Verification confidence
High
Entries recorded
29
Record checksum
sha256:97857fe0d010730e452dfd0c780bb2cb5bbc3e719d3fc8352961fa37de694455

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