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Cocoamphoacetate
AKA “Coconut oil amphoacetate, Coco-betaine acetate, Coconut acid amphoteric”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Cocoamphoacetate
AKA: Coconut oil amphoacetate, Coco-betaine acetate, Coconut acid amphoteric
Synthetic · Cleansing | Foaming | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser derived from coconut that removes dirt and oil while creating a rich lather. Conditions hair and skin without over-drying.
CAS #
90387-76-1
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Derived from coconut oil fatty acids, typically through saponification and extraction processes. Synthesized by acetylation of coconut-derived amino acids to create an amphoteric surfactant.
Function
Cleansing | Foaming | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Creates Lather
Conditions Hair
Cleansing Surfactant
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
A synthetic amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, developed as a mild cleanser and conditioning agent for shampoos and body washes.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR