Dimethyl Palmitamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecyldimethylamine
What does it do?
Dimethyl Palmitamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Dimethyl Palmitamine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 62). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimethyl Palmitamine?
Dimethyl Palmitamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecyldimethylamine
Is Dimethyl Palmitamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Dimethyl Palmitamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Palmitamine do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Palmitamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Palmitamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Palmitamine is 112-69-6.
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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