Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
(2-Hydroxyethyl)(2-hydroxyhexadecyl)dimethylammonium chloride
What does it do?
Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium 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
EU regulatory status
Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium 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 Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride?
Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. (2-Hydroxyethyl)(2-hydroxyhexadecyl)dimethylammonium chloride
Is Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxycetyl Hydroxyethyl Dimonium Chloride is 84643-53-8.
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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