Allowed in EU

Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline

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

What is it?

1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-, 2-norcoco alkyl derivs.

What does it do?

Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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

  • Surfactant - cleansing

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

EU regulatory status

Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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 Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?

Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-, 2-norcoco alkyl derivs.

Is Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline do in cosmetic products?

Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocoyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is 61791-38-6.

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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: 04/10/2012