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Surfactant

DIPA-LANOLATE

CAS 85536-46-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

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.

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