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Mostly Renewable · ISO 16128

Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine Natural?

Learn about Cocamidopropyl Betaine — its natural origin index (ISO 16128), feedstock sources, synthesis process, and renewability classification.

0.5
out of 1.0
Natural Origin Index
INCI NameCocamidopropyl Betaine
FunctionSurfactant · Skin Conditioning Agent
FeedstockThe primary feedstocks for Cocamidopropyl

Quick Facts

  • INCI NameCocamidopropyl Betaine
  • FunctionsSurfactantSkin Conditioning Agent
  • Primary FeedstockThe primary feedstocks for Cocamidopropyl Betaine are fatty acids derived from coconut oil or palm kernel oil, which are renewable resources. The other key component, dimethylaminopropylamine (DMAPA), is typically synthesized from petrochemical precursors.
  • NOI Score0.5 / 1.0
  • TierMostly Renewable

Description

Learn about Cocamidopropyl Betaine — its natural origin index (ISO 16128), feedstock sources, synthesis process, and renewability classification.

References

  1. 1ISO 16128-2:2017 — Guidelines on technical definitions and criteria for natural and organic cosmetic ingredients and products — Part 2. ISO, Geneva.