Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Propanaminium, N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-amino-, N-wheat germ acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
What does it do?
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine 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 Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine?
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-amino-, N-wheat germ acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
Is Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?
Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine is 133934-09-5.
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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