Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Pyrrolidinemethanaminium, N-hexadecyl-N,N-dimethyl-2-oxo, chloride
What does it do?
Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride 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
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium 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 Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride?
Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Pyrrolidinemethanaminium, N-hexadecyl-N,N-dimethyl-2-oxo, chloride
Is Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride is 115612-97-0.
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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