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Sodium Cocoamphoacetate

Sodium cocoamphoglycinate

Safety Notes

Mild amphoteric; good for sensitive and baby skin; low irritation; eye-safe; COSMOS-approved versions available

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (amphoteric)

Category

Surfactant

Common In

Gentle shampoos baby products sensitive skin cleansers

Origin

Semi-synthetic (coconut)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Cocoamphoacetate safe to use in skincare?

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Mild amphoteric; good for sensitive and baby skin; low irritation; eye-safe; COSMOS-approved versions available

Is Sodium Cocoamphoacetate allowed in India?

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

What is Sodium Cocoamphoacetate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Cocoamphoacetate functions as: Surfactant (amphoteric). It is commonly found in: Gentle shampoos baby products sensitive skin cleansers.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
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
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS68334-21-4
EC269-819-0

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