Babassuamidopropyl Dimethylamine
AKA “Babassu Oil Amine, Babassu Derived Conditioning Agent
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Babassuamidopropyl dimethylamine
AKA: Babassu Oil Amine, Babassu Derived Conditioning Agent
Synthetic · Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Derived from babassu palm oil, this natural ingredient helps reduce frizz and static in hair, leaving it smoother and more manageable.
CAS #
223707-87-8
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from babassu palm oil fatty acids, this compound belongs to the quaternary ammonium surfactant chemical family. Synthesized through amidation of babassu oil fatty acids followed by dimethylation to create the cationic structure.
Function
Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Reduces Static
Reduces Flyaways
Traditional Use
Synthetic conditioning and cleansing agent derived from babassu oil, created as a gentler alternative to petroleum-based surfactants for use in hair and body care products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-4, medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR