DEA-Linoleate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Diethanolammonium linoleate, Diethanolamine linoleate, Linoleic acid, Diethanolamine salt, 59231-42-4, AEC DEA-LINOLEATE, ETHANOL, (Z, Z)-9, 12-OCTADECADIENOATE (SALT)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid, compound with 2,2'-iminodiethanol (1:1)
Formula
C22H43NO4
Mol. Weight
385.60
CAS #
59231-42-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Antistatic
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Reduces Static
Emulsifier
Controls Viscosity
Reduces flyaways
Mixes oil and water
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant derived from linoleic acid and diethanolamine, developed in the 20th century for cosmetic applications. Engineered as an emulsifier and conditioning agent for skincare products.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
Restricted By
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR