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Surfactant

COCOBUTYRAMIDO HYDROXYSULTAINE

CAS 2041102-83-2 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An amphoteric sultaine-class surfactant from coconut and butter fatty acids. Mild on skin and a good foam booster — common in baby and sensitive cleansers.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSOLVENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric surfactant
  • Foam booster and conditioner
  • Generally well tolerated

Known concerns

  • Possible mild eye irritation
  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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