Allowed in EU

Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1-Dodecanaminium, N-[3-[[3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-Oxo-2-Propenyl]Amino]Propyl]-N,N-Dimethyl-, Salt with 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic Acid (1:1)

What does it do?

Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

EU regulatory status

Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate 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 Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate?

Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Dodecanaminium, N-[3-[[3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-Oxo-2-Propenyl]Amino]Propyl]-N,N-Dimethyl-, Salt with 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic Acid (1:1)

Is Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate do in cosmetic products?

Methoxycinnamidopropyl C18-22 Alkyldimonium Tosylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, uv absorber.

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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