Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starch, wheat (Triticum vulgare), hydrolyzed, (3-trimethylammonio-2-hydroxypropyl)-, chlorides
What does it do?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch 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
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch 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 Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starch, wheat (Triticum vulgare), hydrolyzed, (3-trimethylammonio-2-hydroxypropyl)-, chlorides
Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch 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