Banned in EU

Dea-Lauraminopropionate

A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N-dodecyl-.beta.-alanine, compound with 2,2'-iminodiethanol (1:1)

What does it do?

Dea-Lauraminopropionate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Dea-Lauraminopropionate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 411), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dea-Lauraminopropionate?

Dea-Lauraminopropionate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-dodecyl-.beta.-alanine, compound with 2,2'-iminodiethanol (1:1)

Is Dea-Lauraminopropionate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Dea-Lauraminopropionate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dea-Lauraminopropionate do in cosmetic products?

Dea-Lauraminopropionate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Dea-Lauraminopropionate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dea-Lauraminopropionate is 65104-36-1.

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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: 15/10/2010