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ETHYLENE BIS-HYDROXYSTEARAMIDE

CAS 100545-48-0
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A wax-like amide of hydroxystearic acid and ethylenediamine — a structurant for sticks and balms. ECHA records show H317 sensitization and H412 aquatic flags.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Wax-like thickener and structurant
  • Stabilises sticks and balms
  • Vegetable-derived

Known concerns

  • May cause allergic skin reaction (H317)
  • Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H412)
  • About 35% of suppliers report it as not GHS-classified

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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