Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Propanediamine, N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-, N'-coco alkyl derivs
What does it do?
Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate 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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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of 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
Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate 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 Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate?
Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Propanediamine, N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-, N'-coco alkyl derivs
Is Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate do in cosmetic products?
Disodium Cocaminopropyl Iminodiacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
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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