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Surfactant

SODIUM COTTONSEEDAMPHOACETATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An amphoteric (zwitterionic) surfactant derived from cottonseed fatty acids. Mild, used to soften harsher cleansers. Considered safe at cosmetic levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric surfactant
  • Reduces irritation of harsher anionics
  • Good cleansing without stripping
  • Foam booster

Known concerns

  • Cottonseed-derived — minor sourcing/purity considerations
  • Trace residual sodium chloroacetate possible if poorly purified
  • Cotton allergy is rare

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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