Ceramide Ng Dilaurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dodecanoic acid, 1,1'-[(1R,2S)-2-[(1-oxooctadecyl)amino]-1-pentadecyl-1,3-propanediyl] ester
What does it do?
Ceramide Ng Dilaurate 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
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ceramide Ng Dilaurate 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 Ceramide Ng Dilaurate?
Ceramide Ng Dilaurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecanoic acid, 1,1'-[(1R,2S)-2-[(1-oxooctadecyl)amino]-1-pentadecyl-1,3-propanediyl] ester
Is Ceramide Ng Dilaurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ceramide Ng Dilaurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ceramide Ng Dilaurate do in cosmetic products?
Ceramide Ng Dilaurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ceramide Ng Dilaurate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ceramide Ng Dilaurate is 1219613-01-0.
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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: 30/01/2018