Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine
AKA “Amphitol 20AB, LAURAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, lauramidopropylbetaine, N-Laurylamidopropyl-N, N-dimethylbetaine, MACKAM DAB”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Coco/oleamidopropyl betaine
AKA: Amphitol 20AB, LAURAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE, Lauramidopropylbetaine, N-Laurylamidopropyl-N, N-dimethylbetaine, MACKAM DAB
Synthetic · Antistatic | Cleansing | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Foam Boosting | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle coconut-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while conditioning hair and skin. It creates a rich lather and helps prevent static, leaving hair smooth and manageable.
Formula
C19H38N2O3
Mol. Weight
342.5
CAS #
86438-79-1
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from coconut oil and fatty acids, combined with dimethylaminopropionic acid derivatives. Synthesized through condensation reaction between coconut-derived amines and betaine precursors under controlled conditions.
Function
Antistatic | Cleansing | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Foam Boosting | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut and oleic acids, developed as a mild cleanser and conditioning agent for personal care products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR