Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-N-tallow-alkyl, chlorides
What does it do?
Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium 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
Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium 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 Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride?
Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-N-tallow-alkyl, chlorides
Is Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxyethyl Tallowdimonium Chloride is 223707-31-1.
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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