Coco/Sunfloweramidopropyl Betaine
AKA “Coco Sunflower Amidopropyl Betaine, Coconut Sunflower Betaine, Amphoteric Surfactant”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Coco/sunfloweramidopropyl betaine
AKA: Coco Sunflower Amidopropyl Betaine, Coconut Sunflower Betaine, Amphoteric Surfactant
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
1-Propanaminium, 3-Amino-N-(Carboxymethyl)-N,N-Dimethyl-, N-(C8-18 and C18-Unsatd. Acyl) Derivs., Hydroxides, Inner Salts Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
61789-40-0
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Botanical. Derived from coconut oil and sunflower oil fatty acids combined with dimethylaminopropylamine. Produced through amidation of the fatty acids followed by carboxymethylation and conversion to the betaine form.
Plant Source
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Functions
Cleansing
Cleansing
Emulsifying
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Boosts Lather
Traditional Use
A synthetic amphoteric surfactant combining coconut and sunflower oil derivatives, developed in the 20th century as a mild cleansing and conditioning agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR