Allowed in EU

Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate

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

What is it?

Quaternary ammonium compounds, tallow alkyl, N,N,N-tris[.alpha.-hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)] derivatives (20 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate 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

EU regulatory status

Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate 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-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate?

Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, tallow alkyl, N,N,N-tris[.alpha.-hydropoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)] derivatives (20 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate do in cosmetic products?

Peg-20 Tallow Ammonium Ethosulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.

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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