Stearamide Dea-Distearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
[(1-Oxooctadecyl)imino]diethane-1,2-diyl distearate
What does it do?
Stearamide Dea-Distearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Stearamide Dea-Distearate 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 Stearamide Dea-Distearate?
Stearamide Dea-Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. [(1-Oxooctadecyl)imino]diethane-1,2-diyl distearate
Is Stearamide Dea-Distearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearamide Dea-Distearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearamide Dea-Distearate do in cosmetic products?
Stearamide Dea-Distearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Stearamide Dea-Distearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearamide Dea-Distearate is 51325-39-4.
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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