Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-[2[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]2-oxoethyl]-N,N-dimethyl-, N-C12-18 acyl derivatives, chlorides
What does it do?
Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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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 - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride 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 Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride?
Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-[2[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]2-oxoethyl]-N,N-dimethyl-, N-C12-18 acyl derivatives, chlorides
Is Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride is 164288-56-6.
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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