Cocamide DEA

High Concern

Surfactant

Also known as

cocamide deacocamide diethanolamine

The concern

IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen. California Proposition 65 listed. Formed when coconut oil is treated with diethanolamine. Common in shampoos and soaps.

Read the source: IARC / California OEHHA

What to look for on labels

This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:

Cocamide DEA
cocamide dea
cocamide diethanolamine

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

View source: IARC / California OEHHA

Commonly found in

Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, face washes

Other surfactants to know about

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

LOW

Potent skin irritant.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)

MEDIUM

Can be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane (an IARC Group 2B probable carcinogen) during manufacturing.

Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.

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