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Fatty amine / conditioning agent

DIPALMITAMINE

CAS -
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A long-chain fatty amine used mainly in hair care for conditioning and antistatic effects. The class can be irritating at higher concentrations and has limited published cosmetic-specific safety data.

Function

ANTISTATIC

Skin benefits

  • Long-chain fatty amine used as a conditioning agent and emulsifier precursor
  • Provides substantivity in hair conditioners
  • Can act as an antistatic agent

Known concerns

  • Fatty amines can be skin and eye irritants at higher concentrations
  • Potential sensitiser in some individuals
  • Animal-derived feedstock (palmitic acid sources) raise sourcing concerns
  • Limited public cosmetic safety data for this specific compound

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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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.