Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecanamide, N-[3-(hexadecyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl]-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-
What does it do?
Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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 - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide 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 Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide?
Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanamide, N-[3-(hexadecyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl]-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-
Is Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxyethyl Palmityl Oxyhydroxypropyl Palmitamide is 110483-07-3.
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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