Stearamide
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?
Octadecanamide
What does it do?
Stearamide 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 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?
Stearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecanamide
Is Stearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearamide do in cosmetic products?
Stearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Stearamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearamide is 124-26-5.
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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: 18/11/2016