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COCO-GLYCOLAMIDE

CAS 2450971-01-2
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A coconut and glycolic acid–derived amide used to thicken and stabilize cleansers. Generally mild, but the amide class warrants standard purity controls to avoid secondary amine contaminants.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Texture and viscosity modifier
  • Mild surfactant for cleansing
  • Coconut-derived option
  • Helps stabilize emulsions

Known concerns

  • Amide-class — trace secondary amines theoretically possible
  • Limited public toxicology dossier
  • Possible mild irritation on damaged skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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