Ditallowdimonium 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, dimethylditallow alkyl, chlorides
What does it do?
Ditallowdimonium Chloride 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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Ditallowdimonium 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 Ditallowdimonium Chloride?
Ditallowdimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, dimethylditallow alkyl, chlorides
Is Ditallowdimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ditallowdimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ditallowdimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Ditallowdimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Ditallowdimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ditallowdimonium Chloride is 68783-78-8.
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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