Is DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate safe in cosmetics?
DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: restricted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate
DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate (CAS Not clearly assigned as a single CAS in open sources; amphoteric DEA salt derived from coconut fatty acids, diethanolamine, and amino acid derivative.) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Cleaning agent; Foamant; Solubility enhancer; Surfactant (surface active agent). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not clearly assigned as a single CAS in open sources; amphoteric DEA salt derived from coconut fatty acids, diethanolamine, and amino acid derivative.
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Function
Cleaning agent; Foamant; Solubility enhancer; Surfactant (surface active agent)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; analogous amphoteric like disodium cocoamphodipropionate evaluated as mild and safe for use as a cosmetic ingredient in CIR compendium, but DEA version must comply with DEA guidance.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Cocoamphodipropionate functions as: Cleaning agent; Foamant; Solubility enhancer; Surfactant (surface active agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not clearly assigned as a single CAS in open sources; amphoteric DEA salt derived from coconut fatty acids, diethanolamine, and amino acid derivative..
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