Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bis[2-[(2-octyldodecyl)oxy]ethyl] N-(1-oxododecyl)-L-glutamate
What does it do?
Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate 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 Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate?
Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis[2-[(2-octyldodecyl)oxy]ethyl] N-(1-oxododecyl)-L-glutamate
Is Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate do in cosmetic products?
Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dioctyldodeceth-2 Lauroyl Glutamate is 94291-93-7.
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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