Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Dioctadecylaminocarbonylbenzoic acid
What does it do?
Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
EU regulatory status
Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide 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 Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide?
Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Dioctadecylaminocarbonylbenzoic acid
Is Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide do in cosmetic products?
Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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