Wheat Germamidopropyl Dimethylamine

AKA: Wheat Germ Derivative, Conditioning Agent

Synthetic

Cleanser

Clean

OriginDerived from wheat germ oil and dimethylamine, belonging to the amide surfactant chemical family. Synthesized through amidation reaction between wheat germ fatty acids and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine.

Amides, wheat germ, N-(3-dimethylaminopropyl)-

CAS #

-

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Allergen Warning

⚠️ Gluten / Wheat

Functions

Antistatic

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Surfactant Cleansing

Anti-Inflammatory

Boosts Collagen

Strengthens Barrier

Lifts away dirt and oil

Reduces flyaways

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · report published 2019

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR