Dimethyl Soyamine
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?
Amines, dimethylsoya alkyl
What does it do?
Dimethyl Soyamine 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 Soyamine 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 Soyamine?
Dimethyl Soyamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amines, dimethylsoya alkyl
Is Dimethyl Soyamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Dimethyl Soyamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Soyamine do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Soyamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Soyamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Soyamine is 61788-91-8.
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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