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Surfactant

PEG-2 COCAMIDE

CAS 68425-44-5
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A low-ethoxylated coconut fatty acid amide acting as a foam booster and emulsifier in personal care. Lower EO chains carry slightly higher 1,4-dioxane residue risk, requiring careful PEG sourcing.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Skin benefits

  • Foam booster
  • Mild emulsifier
  • Coconut-derived

Known concerns

  • Higher 1,4-dioxane residue risk at low EO
  • PEG-quality variability
  • Mild irritation in concentrates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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