Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate

INCI: BIS-HYDROXYETHYL COCOMONIUM NITRATE

CAS Number
Not publicly identified in available databases
Function
Antistatic, hair conditioning (quaternary ammonium compound)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Nitrate counterion is atypical; verify nitrosamine formation potential when combined with secondary or tertiary amines in formulation. Subject to EC 1223/2009 Annex III nitrosamine limits (max 50 µg/kg).

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate safe in cosmetics?

Nitrate counterion is atypical; verify nitrosamine formation potential when combined with secondary or tertiary amines in formulation. Subject to EC 1223/2009 Annex III nitrosamine limits (max 50 µg/kg). The EU classifies Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate allowed in the EU?

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate do in cosmetics?

Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning (quaternary ammonium compound). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly identified in available databases.

What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Hydroxyethyl Cocomonium Nitrate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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