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Surfactant

COCAMIDE

CAS 61789-19-3 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

Coconut fatty acid amide used to thicken and boost foam in cleansers. Risk depends on the specific analogue — DEA versions raise nitrosamine and Prop 65 concerns.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Foam booster and viscosity builder
  • Improves cleansing performance
  • Mild surfactant when refined

Known concerns

  • Free coconut amides historically tied to nitrosamine concerns when paired with nitrosating agents
  • Cocamide DEA family flagged as a possible carcinogen by California Prop 65
  • Quality and analogue (DEA vs MEA) materially change risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.