Peg-2 Cocamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (1 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-2 Cocamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Peg-2 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 Peg-2 Cocamide?
Peg-2 Cocamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (1 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-2 Cocamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-2 Cocamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-2 Cocamide do in cosmetic products?
Peg-2 Cocamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Peg-2 Cocamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-2 Cocamide is 68425-44-5.
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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