Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, cleansing, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium salt
What does it do?
Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium 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 Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride?
Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium salt
Is Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, cleansing, deodorant, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triethoxysilylpropyl Steardimonium Chloride is 62117-57-1.
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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: 28/11/2012