PEG-3 Cocamine

PEG-3 Cocamine molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 3 Cocamine, PEG 3 Cocamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Amines, coco alkyl, ethoxylated (3 mol EO average molar ratio)
CAS #
61791-14-8
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant derived from coconut oil, which has been used traditionally in tropical regions for centuries. This modern version was developed to provide enhanced conditioning and emulsifying properties in personal care products.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR