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PPG-2 COCAMINE

CAS -
64

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A propoxylated coconut-derived amine surfactant with standard nitrosamine monitoring requirements under EU cosmetic GMP.

PPG-2 Cocamine is the propoxylated (2 PO) derivative of cocoamine, functioning as a surfactant and emulsifying agent. Coconut-derived ingredients have good skin compatibility profiles. As with other amine ethoxylates/propoxylates, nitrosamine formation potential requires monitoring per EU cosmetic GMP.

Skin benefits

  • Surfactant properties
  • Emulsifying agent

Known concerns

  • Potential nitrosamine formation (monitored per GMP)
  • Possible residual coconut allergens

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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