Allowed in EU

Chitosan Argininamide

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

What is it?

Chitosan, N-[(2S)-5-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]-2-[[(1,1-dimethylethoxy) carbonyl]amino]-1-oxopentyl],hydrolyzed

What does it do?

Chitosan Argininamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antiplaque

    reduces dental plaque, used in toothpastes and mouthwashes

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Chitosan Argininamide 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 Chitosan Argininamide?

Chitosan Argininamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chitosan, N-[(2S)-5-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]-2-[[(1,1-dimethylethoxy) carbonyl]amino]-1-oxopentyl],hydrolyzed

Is Chitosan Argininamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Chitosan Argininamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Chitosan Argininamide do in cosmetic products?

Chitosan Argininamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antiplaque, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

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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: 28/08/2014