Activists Want Toxic Shampoo Off the Shelves

OAKLAND (CN) – Dozens of brand-name and store brand shampoos, liquid soaps and bubble baths contain toxic levels of cocamide DEA, a known carcinogen, environmentalists claim in court.
The Center for Environmental Health sued retailers Macy\’s, JC Penney, Kohl\’s and Marshalls, as well as such personal care companies as Shikai Products and Avlon Industries, in Alameda County Superior Court.
The Oakland-based non-profit alleges defendants\’ products contain high levels of cocamide DEA, a chemically-modified form of coconut oil used as a thickener or foaming agent in many personal care products.