Cocoamidopropyl-Betaine

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Also known as:  CAPB

 

Description

Cocoamidopropyl-Betaine is a type of Detergent.

 

Commercial Usage of Cocoamidopropyl-Betaine

Cosmaceuticals/Toiletries

 Cocoamidopropyl-Betaine is commonly used as a Detergent in commercial Toothpaste (it comprises between 0.64% and 1.9% of those Toothpastes in which it is a constituent).

 

CAPB Safety Compared to other Toothpaste Detergents

 Unlike, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, CAPB does NOT interfere with nor irritate the Oral Mucosa.

 

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