Allowed in EU

Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride

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

What is it?

1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-3-amino-, N-olive acyl derivatives, chlorides

What does it do?

Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Olivamidopropyltrimonium 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 Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride?

Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-3-amino-, N-olive acyl derivatives, chlorides

Is Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?

Olivamidopropyltrimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.

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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