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Expert Verdict
Cationic surfactant with potential eye irritant properties at high concentrations; formulate to be non-irritating and apply standard quaternary ammonium safety precautions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Cationic surfactant with potential eye irritant properties at high concentrations; formulate to be non-irritating and apply standard quaternary ammonium safety precautions. The EU classifies Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic agent, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not discretely assigned (coco-derived quaternary mixture); structurally related to CAS 71850-81-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride?
adequate 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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