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Surfactant

COCAMIDE MEA

CAS 68140-00-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A coconut-derived foam booster used in shampoos and washes. Generally accepted but the MEA group can theoretically form nitrosamines if paired with the wrong ingredients.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Foam booster and viscosity builder
  • Improves shampoo lather and texture

Known concerns

  • Possible nitrosamine formation if paired with nitrosating agents
  • Trace ethanolamine residues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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