Dimethyl Stearamine
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?
1-Octadecanamine, N,N-dimethyl-
What does it do?
Dimethyl Stearamine 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 Stearamine 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 Stearamine?
Dimethyl Stearamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Octadecanamine, N,N-dimethyl-
Is Dimethyl Stearamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Dimethyl Stearamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Stearamine do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Stearamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Stearamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Stearamine is 124-28-7.
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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