PEG-2 Cocamine

PEG-2 Cocamine molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from coconut oil through extraction of fatty amines as the starting material. Synthesized by polyethylene glycol (PEG) ethoxylation and condensation with the coconut amine.
Amines, coco alkyl, ethoxylated (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-14-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Fights Bacteria
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Eye Irritant in Testing
2 studies / 2 irritating (CIR 48)
Skin Irritant in Testing
3 studies / 3 irritating / reactions moderate to corrosive (CIR 48)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.33%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2014 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR