Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer

INCI: HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM MALTODEXTRIN CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned — crosslinked polymer, prepared from maltodextrin + glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride (CAS 3033-77-0) + epichlorohydrin [^1_6]
Function
Surfactant — cleansing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR prohibition; no specific CIR monograph

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual epichlorohydrin is the primary concern and must be tested and confirmed below limits (EU: typically <1 ppm for related polymers); residual glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride also requires monitoring; crosslinked polymers are generally considered low risk due to size exclusion from dermal penetration.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual epichlorohydrin is the primary concern and must be tested and confirmed below limits (EU: typically <1 ppm for related polymers); residual glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride also requires monitoring; crosslinked polymers are generally considered low risk due to size exclusion from dermal penetration. The EU classifies Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer functions as: Surfactant — cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned — crosslinked polymer, prepared from maltodextrin + glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride (CAS 3033-77-0) + epichlorohydrin [^1_6].

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Maltodextrin Crosspolymer?

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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