Allowed in EU

Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine

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

What is it?

Glycerol homopolymer, .alpha.- coco-acyl-,.omega.-2-hydroxy-3-(bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)propyl- (4 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine 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

EU regulatory status

Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine 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 Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine?

Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycerol homopolymer, .alpha.- coco-acyl-,.omega.-2-hydroxy-3-(bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino)propyl- (4 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Is Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine do in cosmetic products?

Cocoyl Polyglyceryl-4 Hydroxypropyl Dihydroxyethylamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.

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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