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COCAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE DIHYDROXYMETHYLPROPIONATE.

Insufficient Data CAS 68920-76-3 / HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

This ingredient functions as a multi-purpose agent, providing antistatic, hair conditioning, and emulsifying properties. It also acts as a surfactant, contributing to cleansing and foam production in formulations.

Summary

Antistatic Agent Hair Conditioning Agent Surfactant Emulsifier

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a cationic compound, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine Dihydroxymethylpropionate neutralizes static charges, offering antistatic and hair conditioning benefits. It functions as a surfactant by reducing surface tension, enabling effective cleansing and foam generation. Furthermore, it acts as an emulsifier, stabilizing oil and water phases to create uniform product textures. While direct data for this specific compound is limited, related ingredients like Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine are known to improve skin and hair feel and can form a protective film to mitigate dryness. This related compound also effectively solubilizes and stabilizes salicylic acid in various formulations.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Formulation must prioritize preventing the formation of nitrosamines due to the ingredient's chemical structure. A related compound, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, is noted for its ability to enhance the water solubility and stability of salicylic acid.

Synergies

  • Salicylic Acid (potential for enhanced solubility and stability)

Conflicts

  • Precursors leading to nitrosamine formation

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Unknown

In 2014, the CIR Expert Panel deemed there was insufficient data to support the safety of this class of fatty acid amidopropyl dimethylamine ingredients, specifically calling for more information on percutaneous absorption, reproduction/developmental toxicity, and sensitization/irritation. As ingredients composed of secondary amides and tertiary amines, there is a potential for nitrosamine formation; therefore, formulations must be designed to mitigate this risk. A closely related compound, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, while generally considered safe, has been observed to cause skin and eye irritation in sensitive individuals, particularly at higher concentrations.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

This ingredient offers valuable conditioning, surfactant, and emulsifying properties, but its overall safety profile is currently categorized as having insufficient data by the CIR Expert Panel, necessitating cautious formulation to prevent potential nitrosamine formation.

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