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Cocotrimonium Methosulfate

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

What is it?

Quaternary ammonium compounds, coco alkyltrimethyl, Me sulfates

What does it do?

Cocotrimonium Methosulfate 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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

EU regulatory status

Cocotrimonium Methosulfate 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 Cocotrimonium Methosulfate?

Cocotrimonium Methosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, coco alkyltrimethyl, Me sulfates

Is Cocotrimonium Methosulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Cocotrimonium Methosulfate do in cosmetic products?

Cocotrimonium Methosulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Cocotrimonium Methosulfate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocotrimonium Methosulfate is 68002-60-8.

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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