Is Stearamide DEA-Distearate safe in cosmetics?
Stearamide DEA-Distearate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Stearamide DEA-Distearate
INCI: STEARAMIDE DEA-DISTEARATE
Stearamide DEA-Distearate (CAS 93-82-3 (DEA component base); full ester CAS varies by supplier) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Opacifying agent, viscosity controlling agent, foam boosting. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
93-82-3 (DEA component base); full ester CAS varies by supplier
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Function
Opacifying agent, viscosity controlling agent, foam boosting
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Falls under CIR DEA amides group assessment; same conditional safety as Stearamide DEA
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Stearamide DEA-Distearate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Stearamide DEA-Distearate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearamide DEA-Distearate allowed in the EU?
Stearamide DEA-Distearate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearamide DEA-Distearate do in cosmetics?
Stearamide DEA-Distearate functions as: Opacifying agent, viscosity controlling agent, foam boosting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-82-3 (DEA component base); full ester CAS varies by supplier.
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