Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
-
Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
-
Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine 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 Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine?
Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?
Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Shea Butteramidopropyl Betaine is -.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010