Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, detangling, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecanoic acid, diester with N,N,N-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)methanaminium methyl sulfate
What does it do?
Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Detangling
reduces hair tangles and improves combability
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate 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 Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate?
Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecanoic acid, diester with N,N,N-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)methanaminium methyl sulfate
Is Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate do in cosmetic products?
Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, detangling, hair conditioning.
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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