Allowed in EU

Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate

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

What is it?

Quaternary ammonium compounds, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)tallow-alkyl, acetates

What does it do?

Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate 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

Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate 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 Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate?

Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternary ammonium compounds, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)tallow-alkyl, acetates

Is Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate do in cosmetic products?

Tallow Trihydroxyethylammonium Acetate 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