Allowed in EU

Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone

A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Siloxanes and Silicones, 3-(3-(carboxylatomeythyl(2-hydroxyethyl)methylammonio)-2-hydroxy)propoxypropyl methyl, dimethyl

What does it do?

Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone 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 Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone?

Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and Silicones, 3-(3-(carboxylatomeythyl(2-hydroxyethyl)methylammonio)-2-hydroxy)propoxypropyl methyl, dimethyl

Is Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?

Hydroxyethyl Acetomonium Pg-Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.

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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