Allowed in EU

Disoydimonium Chloride

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?

Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Dimethyldisoy Alkyl, Chlorides

What does it do?

Disoydimonium Chloride 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

Disoydimonium Chloride 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 Disoydimonium Chloride?

Disoydimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Dimethyldisoy Alkyl, Chlorides

Is Disoydimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Disoydimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Disoydimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?

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

What is the CAS number of Disoydimonium Chloride?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disoydimonium Chloride is 61788-92-9.

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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