Stearalkonium Hectorite
A cosmetic ingredient used as gel forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl-, chloride, reaction products with hectorite / Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, chlorides, compds. with hectorite
What does it do?
Stearalkonium Hectorite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Gel forming
thickens a liquid formulation into a gel-like consistency
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Stearalkonium Hectorite 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 Stearalkonium Hectorite?
Stearalkonium Hectorite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecyl-, chloride, reaction products with hectorite / Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, chlorides, compds. with hectorite
Is Stearalkonium Hectorite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearalkonium Hectorite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearalkonium Hectorite do in cosmetic products?
Stearalkonium Hectorite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: gel forming, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Stearalkonium Hectorite?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearalkonium Hectorite is 71011-26-2 / 94891-33-5 / 12691-60-0.
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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: 15/10/2010