Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4,5-Dihydro-2-isoheptadecyl-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol
What does it do?
Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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
Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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 Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?
Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4,5-Dihydro-2-isoheptadecyl-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol
Is Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline do in cosmetic products?
Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isostearyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is 68966-38-1.
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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