Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Quaternary ammonium compounds, coco alkylbis (hydroxyethyl)methyl, nitrates (salts)
What does it do?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
EU regulatory status
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate 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 Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, coco alkylbis (hydroxyethyl)methyl, nitrates (salts)
Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate do in cosmetic products?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.
What is the CAS number of Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate is 71487-00-8.
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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