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Conditioning Agent

COCAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE PROPIONATE

CAS 68425-43-4 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A coconut-fatty-acid amidoamine neutralised with propionic acid, used as an antistatic and cleansing surfactant in rinse-off products. Class is moderately well tolerated, with the usual cocamidopropyl sensitisation caveat.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic effect on hair
  • Cleansing in rinse-off products
  • Lower irritation than pure anionic surfactants

Known concerns

  • Cocamidopropyl-class allergic contact dermatitis in some users
  • Nitrosamine formation risk if nitrosating agents present
  • Sparse independent data on propionate salt

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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