Palmitamide DEA
AKA “N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)hexadecanamide, N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)palmitamide, N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)hexadecan-1-amide, Palmitic diethanolamide, Palmitic acid diethanolamide, Hexadecanamide, EINECS 231-427-2, Palmitic acid
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Palmitamide dea
AKA: N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)hexadecanamide, N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)palmitamide, N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)hexadecan-1-amide, Palmitic diethanolamide, Palmitic acid diethanolamide, Hexadecanamide, EINECS 231-427-2, Palmitic acid
Synthetic · Antistatic · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Synthetic
Clean
Helps create a luxurious lather and smooth texture while reducing static in hair and skincare formulas.
Formula
C20H41NO3
Mol. Weight
343.50
CAS #
7545-24-6
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Antistatic
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Foam Boosting
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Boosts Collagen
Enhances lather
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthesized in the mid-20th century from palmitic acid and diethanolamine, developed as a foaming and thickening agent for shampoos and body washes during the industrial expansion of synthetic cosmetic chemistry.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR