Stearamide Mea-Stearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, opacifying, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-[(1-Oxooctadecyl)amino]ethyl stearate
What does it do?
Stearamide Mea-Stearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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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 Mea-Stearate 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 Mea-Stearate?
Stearamide Mea-Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-[(1-Oxooctadecyl)amino]ethyl stearate
Is Stearamide Mea-Stearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearamide Mea-Stearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearamide Mea-Stearate do in cosmetic products?
Stearamide Mea-Stearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, opacifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Stearamide Mea-Stearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearamide Mea-Stearate is 14351-40-7.
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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