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Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether

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

What is it?

Oxybis(N-(3-(4-methoxybenzene-2-propenamido)propyl)-N,N-dimethylammonioethane) dichloride

What does it do?

Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

EU regulatory status

Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether 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 Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether?

Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxybis(N-(3-(4-methoxybenzene-2-propenamido)propyl)-N,N-dimethylammonioethane) dichloride

Is Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether do in cosmetic products?

Di-Methoxycinnamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Chloride Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, uv absorber.

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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