Skip to content

Surfactant

DIPA-LANOLATE

CAS 85536-46-5
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A diisopropanolamine soap of lanolin fatty acids — secondary alkanolamine carries nitrosamine-formation concerns and lanolin sensitization potential. Restricted in EU formulations.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective emulsifier for soap-style cleansers
  • Combines emollient lanolin acids with surfactancy

Known concerns

  • Diisopropanolamine secondary amine — potential nitrosamine formation
  • Lanolin allergy potential
  • EU SCCS scrutinizes alkanolamine combinations
  • Avoid in leave-on products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related surfactants

50
AMMONIUM C12-16 ALKYL SULFATE
Surfactant
 50
BUTOXYNOL-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID
Surfactant
 50
DI-TEA-PALMITOYL ASPARTATE
Surfactant
 50
DIISOPROPYL HEPTYL PHOSPHINE OXIDE
Surfactant
 50
DISODIUM LAURIMINODIPROPIONATE
Surfactant
 50
DISODIUM METHYLENE DINAPHTHALENESULFONATE
Surfactant
 50
DISODIUM NONOXYNOL-10 SULFOSUCCINATE
Surfactant
 50
DODECENAMIDE MEA
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find DIPA-LANOLATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains DIPA-LANOLATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.