Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Arginine, compound with 2-hexyldecyl dihydrogen phosphate (1:1)
What does it do?
Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate?
Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Arginine, compound with 2-hexyldecyl dihydrogen phosphate (1:1)
Is Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Arginine Hexyldecyl Phosphate is 111129-35-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010