Cocamide DIPA

INCI: COCAMIDE DIPA

CAS Number
68855-69-6 (also 149497-02-9 for 1:1 type)
Function
Surfactant, foam boosting, viscosity building, emulsification, wetting, solubilization
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 5%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA permitted for cosmetic use; TSCA listed. No specific concentration limit. Positioned as a DEA-free alternative.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Free DIPA must be controlled under EU Annex III with a maximum concentration of 5%; readily biodegradable per OECD 301; permitted for cosmetic use in the US.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cocamide DIPA safe in cosmetics?

Free DIPA must be controlled under EU Annex III with a maximum concentration of 5%; readily biodegradable per OECD 301; permitted for cosmetic use in the US. The EU classifies Cocamide DIPA as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Cocamide DIPA allowed in the EU?

Cocamide DIPA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cocamide DIPA do in cosmetics?

Cocamide DIPA functions as: Surfactant, foam boosting, viscosity building, emulsification, wetting, solubilization. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68855-69-6 (also 149497-02-9 for 1:1 type).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cocamide DIPA?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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