Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methanaminium, N-coco-alkyl-N,N-bis(hydropoly(2-oxyethyl))-, chlorides (15 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-15 Cocomonium 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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Peg-15 Cocomonium 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 Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride?
Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methanaminium, N-coco-alkyl-N,N-bis(hydropoly(2-oxyethyl))-, chlorides (15 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-15 Cocomonium Chloride is 61791-10-4.
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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