Allowed in EU

Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl

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?

Amines, tallow alkyl, ethoxylated, hydrochlorides

What does it do?

Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl 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

Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl 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 Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl?

Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amines, tallow alkyl, ethoxylated, hydrochlorides

Is Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl do in cosmetic products?

Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dihydroxyethyl Tallowamine Hcl is 68132-78-5.

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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