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Surfactant

PEG-4 COCAMIDE

CAS 68425-44-5
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mildly ethoxylated coconut fatty acid amide that helps cleanse and emulsify in shampoos and body washes. Generally well-tolerated; depends on PEG-quality control to limit 1,4-dioxane residue.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Foam booster and emulsifier
  • Coconut-derived

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane residual at low EO grades
  • PEG-quality dependent purity
  • Mild eye irritation in concentrates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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