Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, film forming, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium compound formed by the reaction of the hydroxypropyl ether of Hydrolyzed Starch with 2,3-epoxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride.
What does it do?
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium 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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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium 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 Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium compound formed by the reaction of the hydroxypropyl ether of Hydrolyzed Starch with 2,3-epoxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride.
Is Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, 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: 19/11/2013