Cocamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amides, coco
What does it do?
Cocamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Cocamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cocamide?
Cocamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amides, coco
Is Cocamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cocamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cocamide do in cosmetic products?
Cocamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Cocamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocamide is 61789-19-3.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010