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Is PEG-20 Cocamide vegetarian?

PEG-20 Cocamide

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PEG-20 Cocamide is an ethoxylated coconut oil-derived fatty acid amide containing an average of 20 moles of ethylene oxide. It functions as a surfactant, emulsifier, and foam booster in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as Amides coco alkyl N-(hydroxyethyl) ethoxylated (19 mol EO average molar ratio)
INCI name PEG-20 Cocamide
CAS number 68425-44-5
CosIng ID 77944
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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