Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Quaternary ammonium compounds, N-C16-18-alkyl-N-[2-(4-dimethylaminobenzoyloxy)ethyl]-N,N-dimethyl-, salt with 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid
What does it do?
Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate 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 Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate?
Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, N-C16-18-alkyl-N-[2-(4-dimethylaminobenzoyloxy)ethyl]-N,N-dimethyl-, salt with 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid
Is Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Paba Ethyl Cetearyldimonium Tosylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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