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Dipalmoylethyl 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?

Fatty acids, palm oil, diester with N,N,N-tris(hydroxyethyl)methanaminium methyl sulfate

What does it do?

Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate 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

  • Detangling

    reduces hair tangles and improves combability

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

EU regulatory status

Dipalmoylethyl 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 Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate?

Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, palm oil, diester with N,N,N-tris(hydroxyethyl)methanaminium methyl sulfate

Is Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dipalmoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate do in cosmetic products?

Dipalmoylethyl 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