Allowed in EU

Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2-Trimethylammonioethyl 2-propenoate chloride, polymer with N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-propenamide

What does it do?

Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

EU regulatory status

Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer 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 Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer?

Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Trimethylammonioethyl 2-propenoate chloride, polymer with N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-propenamide

Is Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Ethyltrimonium Chloride Methacrylate/hydroxyethylacrylamide Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, 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