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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ocular irritation varies by concentration; CADP was practically nonirritating under unrinsed conditions while related amphoteric surfactants ranged from minimal to severe. Dilute use in rinse-off products mitigates irritation. Acid form may be more irritating than the neutralized disodium salt form. Ongoing CIR re-review in progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cocoamphodipropionic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Ocular irritation varies by concentration; CADP was practically nonirritating under unrinsed conditions while related amphoteric surfactants ranged from minimal to severe. Dilute use in rinse-off products mitigates irritation. Acid form may be more irritating than the neutralized disodium salt form. Ongoing CIR re-review in progress. The EU classifies Cocoamphodipropionic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Cocoamphodipropionic Acid allowed in the EU?
Cocoamphodipropionic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cocoamphodipropionic Acid do in cosmetics?
Cocoamphodipropionic Acid functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; foam boosting; conditioning. Imidazoline-derived amphoteric surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68919-40-4 (acid form) . Related disodium salt (Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate): 68411-57-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cocoamphodipropionic Acid?
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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