Is Isostearamide MIPA safe in cosmetics?
Isostearamide MIPA has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Isostearamide MIPA
INCI: ISOSTEARAMIDE MIPA
Isostearamide MIPA (CAS 55738-53-9 (EINECS: 259-782-9); an alternate CAS 152848-22-1 also appears in some databases) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antistatic, foam boosting, surfactant, viscosity controlling. Also functions as. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
55738-53-9 (EINECS: 259-782-9); an alternate CAS 152848-22-1 also appears in some databases
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Function
Antistatic, foam boosting, surfactant, viscosity controlling. Also functions as conditioner, emulsifier, emollient, and lubricant in shampoos, creams, and lotions.
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed; no specific prohibition.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isostearamide MIPA.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isostearamide MIPA allowed in the EU?
Isostearamide MIPA EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isostearamide MIPA do in cosmetics?
Isostearamide MIPA functions as: Antistatic, foam boosting, surfactant, viscosity controlling. Also functions as conditioner, emulsifier, emollient, and lubricant in shampoos, creams, and lotions.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 55738-53-9 (EINECS: 259-782-9); an alternate CAS 152848-22-1 also appears in some databases.
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