Isostearamide MIPA
AKA “EINECS 259-782-9, 55738-53-9, RefChem:149641, DTXSID60894422, Isooctadecanoic acid, compound with 1-aminopropan-2-ol (1:1)
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Isostearamide mipa
AKA: EINECS 259-782-9, 55738-53-9, RefChem:149641, DTXSID60894422, Isooctadecanoic acid, Compound with 1-aminopropan-2-ol (1:1)
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Clean
Isooctadecanoic acid, compound with 1-aminopropan-2-ol (1:1)
Formula
C21H45NO3
Mol. Weight
359.60
CAS #
55738-53-9
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Antistatic
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Reduces Static
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic surfactant derived from isostearic acid. Created to provide mild cleansing and conditioning properties in personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR