Chitosan Trimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antioxidant, binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium salt of Chitosan quaternized by 3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride
What does it do?
Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Chitosan Trimonium 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 Chitosan Trimonium Chloride?
Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium salt of Chitosan quaternized by 3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride
Is Chitosan Trimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Chitosan Trimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, binding, film forming, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Chitosan Trimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Chitosan Trimonium Chloride is 84777-99-1.
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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: 19/05/2020