Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium salt of the condensation product of palmitic acid chloride and hydrolized wheat protein
What does it do?
Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein 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 Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein?
Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium salt of the condensation product of palmitic acid chloride and hydrolized wheat protein
Is Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Palmitoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is 672298-01-0.
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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: 11/07/2018