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Cocamidopropyl Betaine

CAPB / Cocamidopropyl dimethyl glycine

Safety Notes

Widely used amphoteric surfactant; good foam and mildness; antistatic; conditioner; historical sensitization concern from DMAPA impurity, well-controlled in modern manufacturing; pure CAPB has low sensitization risk but impure material can cause contact allergy; verify supplier impurity specification

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (amphoteric) / Foam Booster / Antistatic

Category

Surfactant

Common In

Shampoos body washes face washes mild cleansers

Origin

Semi-synthetic (coconut + DMAPA)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe to use in skincare?

Cocamidopropyl Betaine has a High concern rating. Widely used amphoteric surfactant; good foam and mildness; antistatic; conditioner; historical sensitization concern from DMAPA impurity, well-controlled in modern manufacturing; pure CAPB has low sensitization risk but impure material can cause contact allergy; verify supplier impurity specification

Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine allowed in India?

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Cocamidopropyl Betaine used for in cosmetics?

Cocamidopropyl Betaine functions as: Surfactant (amphoteric) / Foam Booster / Antistatic. It is commonly found in: Shampoos body washes face washes mild cleansers.

TCS Assessment
Low-Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS61789-40-0
EC263-058-8

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