Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

INCI: TAMARINDUS INDICA HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (derivative; often reported under parent polymer CAS or supplier-specific)
Function
Antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; analogous cationic polysaccharides (e.g., Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride) reviewed by CIR and found safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Cationic charge may interact with anionic surfactants (compatibility testing required); quaternary ammonium content should be specified in SDS; limited ingredient-specific toxicological data—safety relies on read-across from analogous cationic gums

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?

Cationic charge may interact with anionic surfactants (compatibility testing required); quaternary ammonium content should be specified in SDS; limited ingredient-specific toxicological data—safety relies on read-across from analogous cationic gums The EU classifies Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?

Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?

Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (derivative; often reported under parent polymer CAS or supplier-specific).

What is the Margin of Safety for Tamarindus Indica Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?

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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