Soyamidopropyl Dimethylamine
AKA “Soybean Amidopropyl Dimethylamine
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Soyamidopropyl dimethylamine
AKA: Soybean Amidopropyl Dimethylamine
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Amides, soya, N-(3-(dimethylamino)propyl)
CAS #
68188-30-7
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant derived from soybean oil, created in the late 20th century. Used in personal care products as a conditioning and antistatic agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR