Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine

AKA: 60270-33-9, N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]docosanamide, Amidet, N-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)docosanamide, Behenic acid dimethylaminopropylamide, Dimethylaminopropyl behenamide, INCROMINE BD, AMIDET APA-22
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]docosanamide
Formula
C27H56N2O
Mol. Weight
424.70
CAS #
60270-33-9
Functions
Antistatic
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Emulsifier
Reduces flyaways
Mixes oil and water
Traditional Use
A synthetic conditioning and antistatic agent developed in the 20th century. Designed for use in hair care formulations to improve texture and reduce frizz.
EWG
5
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-5
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR