cocamide diethanolamine

About cocamide diethanolamine

Cocamide Diethanolamine (CDEA) is a chemical compound used in personal care products, such as:

1. Shampoos

2. Conditioners

3. Body washes

4. Soaps

5. Cleansers

Functions:

1. Foaming agent: Creates rich, creamy lather

2. Emulsifier: Blends oil and water-based ingredients

3. pH adjuster: Helps maintain product pH

4. Viscosity modifier: Thickens or thins product consistency

Properties:

1. Amber-colored liquid

2. Mild, sweet odor

3. Soluble in water and alcohol

4. Derived from coconut oil (cocamide) and diethanolamine (DEA)

Safety:

1. Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics

2. May cause skin and eye irritation in some individuals

3. High concentrations can be toxic (oral ingestion)

Regulations:

1. Listed in the FDA's Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) as safe

2. Compliant with EU cosmetics regulations