Allowed in EU

Lauramide Mipa

A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N-(2-Hydroxypropyl)dodecanamide

What does it do?

Lauramide Mipa is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - foam boosting

    surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Lauramide Mipa 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 Lauramide Mipa?

Lauramide Mipa is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-(2-Hydroxypropyl)dodecanamide

Is Lauramide Mipa allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Lauramide Mipa is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lauramide Mipa do in cosmetic products?

Lauramide Mipa is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.

What is the CAS number of Lauramide Mipa?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauramide Mipa is 142-54-1.

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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