Acetamidoamodimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetamidoamodimethicone is the siloxane polymer that conforms to the formula:where R can be either H or an acetyl group.
What does it do?
Acetamidoamodimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Acetamidoamodimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetamidoamodimethicone?
Acetamidoamodimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetamidoamodimethicone is the siloxane polymer that conforms to the formula:where R can be either H or an acetyl group.
Is Acetamidoamodimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetamidoamodimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetamidoamodimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Acetamidoamodimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 20/04/2018