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Surfactant

DIPA-HYDROGENATED COCOATE

42

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A coconut fatty acid salt of diisopropanolamine (DIPA) used as a mild conditioner. DIPA is the safer cousin to DEA but still flagged for potential nitrosamine formation in poor formulations.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Coconut-derived emollient/conditioner
  • Mild feel in skin/hair products

Known concerns

  • Diisopropanolamine derivative — potential nitrosamine formation if combined with nitrosating agents
  • Class scrutiny on DIPA/DEA fatty acid amides
  • EU restricts DEA-class amides; DIPA is the safer cousin but still cautioned
  • Avoid in formulas with nitrites

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.