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COCO-ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE.

Insufficient Data CAS 68308-64-5 / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

COCO-ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE is a cationic surfactant utilized for its multifaceted role in personal care, primarily functioning as an effective cleansing agent. It also contributes significant antistatic and hair conditioning benefits to formulations. Its mechanism involves reducing surface tension to facilitate the removal of dirt and oils.

Summary

Antistatic Hair Conditioning Surfactant Cleansing Antibacterial Antimicrobial Preservative Solubilizing Emulsifying Dispersing Wetting

Science

Mechanism of Action

At a molecular level, COCO-ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE operates by possessing positively charged particles, which electrostatically attract and solubilize negatively charged impurities such as dirt, oils, and particulate matter from the skin and hair surface. This cationic interaction is fundamental to its cleansing efficacy. Furthermore, its amphiphilic structure allows for a notable reduction in liquid surface tension, enabling the creation of stable emulsions between typically immiscible substances like water and lipids. Beyond these primary functions, it contributes auxiliary benefits including antimicrobial activity, emulsification, and wetting properties.

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

The ingredient demonstrates stability under normal storage conditions; however, exposure to elevated temperatures can induce decomposition.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidants
  • other chemicals (general caution)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has not specifically evaluated COCO-ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE. While assessments exist for other coconut-derived ingredients, this specific compound was not explicitly listed. Safety data for the structurally similar Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate indicates that concentrated forms can cause skin irritation and serious eye damage, with potential for burns or permanent damage if undiluted. Acute oral and dermal toxicity for the similar compound was reported as exceeding 2000 mg/kg. Industry insights suggest that while this class of surfactants is effective for cleansing, it typically exhibits unfavorable skin tolerance when used in isolation, thus necessitating co-formulation with milder, skin-protective surfactants to optimize both cleansing performance and dermal compatibility.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Given the absence of a dedicated safety review by the CIR and the documented potential for irritation associated with similar compounds, its inclusion in precision skincare formulations warrants judicious consideration and further specific toxicological assessment.

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