Disodium cocoamphodiacetate

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Disodium cocoamphodiacetate

Disodium cocoamphodiacetate (DSCADA) is a synthetic amphoteric surfactant routinely used in personal care products.[1]

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Disodium cocoamphodiacetate
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Other names
DSCADA
Disodium N-2-(N-(2-carboxymethoxyethyl)-N-carboxymethylamino)ethylcocamide
Identifiers
ECHA InfoCard 100.065.474
EC Number
  • 272-043-5
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Properties
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Biodegradability

A 2008 study suggested high levels of DSCADA (>216 mg/L) may be toxic to bacteria in wastewater treatment processes.[1] Results from the 2008 research indicated that DSCADA has limited biodegradability and recalcitrant metabolites may develop.[1]

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