Methyl Dicocamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amines, dicoco alkylmethyl
What does it do?
Methyl Dicocamine 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
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Methyl Dicocamine is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 62). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Methyl Dicocamine?
Methyl Dicocamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amines, dicoco alkylmethyl
Is Methyl Dicocamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Methyl Dicocamine is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Dicocamine do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Dicocamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Dicocamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Dicocamine is 61788-62-3.
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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