Hexamethylene 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'-1,6-Hexanediylbis[12-Hydroxy-
What does it do?
Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide 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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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Hexamethylene 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 Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide?
Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecanamide, N,N'-1,6-Hexanediylbis[12-Hydroxy-
Is Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide do in cosmetic products?
Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hexamethylene Bis-Hydroxystearamide is 55349-01-4.
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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