Cocamidopropyl Betaine
INCI: COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Cocamidopropyl Betaine based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: NACDG; IVDK; ESSCA
Dermal Penetration Profile
Skin absorption and penetration characteristics of Cocamidopropyl Betaine, relevant to systemic exposure and MoS calculations.
Source: CIR
Expert Verdict
The most widely used co-surfactant in personal care; amphoteric betaine providing foam boosting, viscosity building, and mildness enhancement in SLES-based systems. CIR confirms safety at up to 30%. Sensitization risk (Allergen of the Year 2004) is impurity-driven by DMAPA and amidoamine, not CAPB itself; high-purity grades (<5 ppm impurities) substantially reduce risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?
The most widely used co-surfactant in personal care; amphoteric betaine providing foam boosting, viscosity building, and mildness enhancement in SLES-based systems. CIR confirms safety at up to 30%. Sensitization risk (Allergen of the Year 2004) is impurity-driven by DMAPA and amidoamine, not CAPB itself; high-purity grades (<5 ppm impurities) substantially reduce risk. The EU classifies Cocamidopropyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine allowed in the EU?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cocamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetics?
Cocamidopropyl Betaine functions as: Surfactant; foam booster; co-surfactant; viscosity builder. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 61789-40-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cocamidopropyl Betaine?
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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