Allowed in EU

Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide

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?

Octadecanamide, N,N'-[1,3-Cyclohexanediylbis(methylene)]bis[12-hydroxy-

What does it do?

Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide 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 Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide?

Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecanamide, N,N'-[1,3-Cyclohexanediylbis(methylene)]bis[12-hydroxy-

Is Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide do in cosmetic products?

Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethylenecyclohexane Bis-Hydroxystearamide is 477760-85-3.

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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