PEG-2 Cocamine

PEG-2 Cocamine is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePEG-2 COCAMINE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number61791-14-8
EC number500-152-2
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Other Haircare 50%Sunscreens 50%

Frequently asked

What does PEG-2 Cocamine do in skincare?
PEG-2 Cocamine functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is PEG-2 Cocamine allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain PEG-2 Cocamine?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially other haircare (50% of its uses).

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