Stearamide MIPA

AKA: N-(2-Hydroxypropyl)stearamide, N-(2-Hydroxypropyl)octadecanamide, 35627-96-4, Stearic isopropanolamide, Octadecanamide, Stearic monoisopropanolamide
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Clean
OriginDerived from stearic acid and monoisopropanolamine, both produced through synthetic chemical processes. Synthesized through esterification or condensation reaction between stearic acid and MIPA.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the 14 alkyl amide MIPA ingredients listed below are safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Stearamide MIPA...
Formula
C21H43NO2
Mol. Weight
341.60
CAS #
35627-96-4
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Reduces Static
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2025
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR