Allowed in EU

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate

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

What is it?

Hyaluronic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-(N,N,N-trimethylammonio)propyl chloride derivatives

What does it do?

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate 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

EU regulatory status

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate 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 Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate?

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hyaluronic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-(N,N,N-trimethylammonio)propyl chloride derivatives

Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate do in cosmetic products?

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate is -.

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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: 04/03/2011