Hexamedines (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

4,4'-[1,6-Hexanediylbis(oxy)]dibenzenecarboximidamide; CAS number: 3811-75-4

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Hexamedine is a chemical compound from the group of dibenzamidines. The substance with the molecular formula C20H26N4O2 is used as a preservative in cosmetic formulations.

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Hexamedine is a substance used as a preservative in cosmetic preparations. It inhibits the growth of microorganisms. The general conditions for preservatives which may be used in cosmetic products are defined in the EC Cosmetics Regulation (1223/2009) Annex V.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer