Allowed in EU

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride

A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Quaternary ammonium compounds, bis(hydroxyethyl)methyl tallow alkyl, chlorides

What does it do?

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

EU regulatory status

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride 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 Tallowmonium Chloride?

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, bis(hydroxyethyl)methyl tallow alkyl, chlorides

Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tallowmonium Chloride is 67784-77-4.

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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