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Jojobamidopropyl Betaine

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, antistatic, cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Jojobamidopropyl Betaine is the zwitterion that conforms generally to the formula: (RCO-NH(CH2)3-(+)N(CH3)2-CH2COO(-)) where RCO- represents the fatty acids derived from Simmonsia Chinensis Seed Oil.

What does it do?

Jojobamidopropyl Betaine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

  • Surfactant - foam boosting

    surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Jojobamidopropyl Betaine 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 Jojobamidopropyl Betaine?

Jojobamidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Jojobamidopropyl Betaine is the zwitterion that conforms generally to the formula: (RCO-NH(CH2)3-(+)N(CH3)2-CH2COO(-)) where RCO- represents the fatty acids derived from Simmonsia Chinensis Seed Oil.

Is Jojobamidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Jojobamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?

Jojobamidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.

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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: 02/12/2011