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Chelating Agent

DI-TEA-COCAMIDE DIACETATE

38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A TEA-cocamide diacetate — a chelating/cleansing ingredient containing a triethanolamine-amide system. Risk of N-nitrosamine formation if co-formulated with nitrosating agents puts this firmly in the avoid bucket.

Function

CHELATINGCLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Cleansing and chelating action
  • Helps stabilize formulations

Known concerns

  • Triethanolamine (TEA) compound — secondary amine system
  • Risk of N-nitrosamine formation if combined with nitrosating agents
  • Cocamide-DEA-class compounds are restricted/banned in some markets
  • Not preferred in EU formulations due to nitrosamine concerns

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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.