Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair waving or straightening in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Diammonium 2,2'-dithiodiacetate
What does it do?
Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair waving or straightening
permanently changes the shape of hair through chemical reduction and re-oxidation of the hair's disulfide bonds
EU regulatory status
Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate 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 Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate?
Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diammonium 2,2'-dithiodiacetate
Is Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate do in cosmetic products?
Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair waving or straightening.
What is the CAS number of Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diammonium Dithiodiglycolate is 68223-93-8.
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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