PEG-5 Cocamine
AKA “Polyethylene Glycol Cocamine, PEG-5 Coconut Oil Amine
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Peg-5 cocamine
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol Cocamine, PEG-5 Coconut Oil Amine
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Amines, coco alkyl, ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-14-8
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Fights Bacteria
Locks In Moisture
Wound Healing
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic ingredient combining PEG with coconut-derived amines. Developed in the latter half of the 20th century as a gentler alternative to traditional soap-based and amine surfactants for cosmetics and personal care.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR