Ethylene Distearamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N,N'-Ethylenedi(stearamide)
What does it do?
Ethylene Distearamide 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 Distearamide 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 Distearamide?
Ethylene Distearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N,N'-Ethylenedi(stearamide)
Is Ethylene Distearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylene Distearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylene Distearamide do in cosmetic products?
Ethylene Distearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Ethylene Distearamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylene Distearamide is 110-30-5.
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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: 17/11/2016