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Hair Conditioning

STEARAMIDOETHYL DIETHYLAMINE

CAS 16889-14-8 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

An amino-amide hair conditioner. Functional as a quat precursor, but it’s a secondary amine that can form nitrosamines if a product contains nitrites — formulation matters.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioner precursor
  • Used in hair conditioners
  • Substantive on hair

Known concerns

  • Secondary amine — potential nitrosamine formation if combined with nitrites
  • Possible skin irritation
  • Use restricted alongside nitrosating agents

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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