Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is the diamide formed by the condensation of Ethylenediamine with Hydroxystearic Acid.
What does it do?
Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Ethylene 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 Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide?
Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is the diamide formed by the condensation of Ethylenediamine with Hydroxystearic Acid.
Is Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide do in cosmetic products?
Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is 100545-48-0.
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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: 07/07/2020