Skip to content

Surfactant

PEG-3 COCAMIDE

CAS 61791-08-0 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A coconut-derived ethoxylated cocamide used as a foam booster and co-surfactant. Reasonable in rinse-off but ethoxylation can leave traces of 1,4-dioxane unless purified.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Boosts foam in surfactant blends
  • Adds viscosity to cleansers
  • Mild co-emulsifier

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane residues from ethoxylation
  • Mild eye irritation in concentrated form
  • Avoid use with secondary amines (nitrosamine risk)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

65
AMMONIUM LAURETH SULFATE
Surfactant
 65
AMMONIUM LAURETH-8 CARBOXYLATE
Surfactant
 65
C11-13 ALKETH-6
Surfactant
 65
C12-13 ALKETH-10 PHOSPHATE
Surfactant
 65
C12-13 PARETH-1
Surfactant
 65
C12-13 PARETH-12 CARBOXYLIC ACID
Surfactant
 65
C12-13 PARETH-3
Surfactant
 65
C12-14 PARETH-9
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find PEG-3 COCAMIDE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains PEG-3 COCAMIDE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

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.