Cocamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amines, coco alkyl
What does it do?
Cocamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Cocamine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cocamine?
Cocamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amines, coco alkyl
Is Cocamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Cocamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cocamine do in cosmetic products?
Cocamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Cocamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocamine is 61788-46-3.
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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