Allowed in EU

Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline

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

What is it?

1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-, 2-nortallow alkyl derivs.

What does it do?

Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline 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 Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?

Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 4,5-dihydro-, 2-nortallow alkyl derivs.

Is Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline do in cosmetic products?

Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallow Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline is 90411-99-7.

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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