Octacosatrimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Trimethyloctacosylammonium chloride
What does it do?
Octacosatrimonium Chloride 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
Octacosatrimonium Chloride 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 Octacosatrimonium Chloride?
Octacosatrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Trimethyloctacosylammonium chloride
Is Octacosatrimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octacosatrimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octacosatrimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Octacosatrimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.
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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