C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, 3[(gamma-omega-perfluoro-C6-20-alkyl)thio] derivatives, chlorides
What does it do?
C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride 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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium 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 C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?
C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, 3[(gamma-omega-perfluoro-C6-20-alkyl)thio] derivatives, chlorides
Is C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C4-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Thiohydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is 70983-60-7.
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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