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Lauramine

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

What is it?

Dodecylamine

What does it do?

Lauramine 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

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.

Lauramine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 61). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.

Frequently asked questions

What is Lauramine?

Lauramine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecylamine

Is Lauramine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Only with restrictions. Lauramine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lauramine do in cosmetic products?

Lauramine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.

What is the CAS number of Lauramine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauramine is 124-22-1.

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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