Tetramethylammonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetramethylammonium chloride
What does it do?
Tetramethylammonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Tetramethylammonium Chloride 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 Tetramethylammonium Chloride?
Tetramethylammonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetramethylammonium chloride
Is Tetramethylammonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetramethylammonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetramethylammonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Tetramethylammonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tetramethylammonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetramethylammonium Chloride is 75-57-0.
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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