Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate

INCI: SODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE

CAS Number
68608-65-1 (note: distinct from Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, CAS 68650-39-5)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing, hair conditioning, foam boosting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed within amphoacetates group: safe as used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

May contain AEEA (aminoethylethanolamine) and amidoamine impurities — both known sensitizers. Impurity levels of AEEA ranged 4.9–1130 ppm in trade-name products. Formulate to be non-sensitizing per CIR guidance. Moderate–severe ocular irritation at high concentrations (undiluted).

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate safe in cosmetics?

May contain AEEA (aminoethylethanolamine) and amidoamine impurities — both known sensitizers. Impurity levels of AEEA ranged 4.9–1130 ppm in trade-name products. Formulate to be non-sensitizing per CIR guidance. Moderate–severe ocular irritation at high concentrations (undiluted). The EU classifies Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate allowed in the EU?

Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, hair conditioning, foam boosting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68608-65-1 (note: distinct from Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, CAS 68650-39-5).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Cocoamphodiacetate?

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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