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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride

Used in cosmetic products as antistatic, hair conditioning and preservative. Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, chlorides.

Listed in several EU annexes
  • Allowed with restrictions, Annex III/65
  • Allowed preservative, Annex V/54

Annex III/65: 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) | Annex V/54: 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride used for in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride is used in cosmetic products as antistatic, hair conditioning and preservative. Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl(hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, chlorides.

Is Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/65 (allowed with restrictions), Annex V/54 (allowed preservative). Annex III/65: 3% (as benzalkonium chloride) | Annex V/54: 0.1% (as benzalkonium chloride) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride?

Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride is listed with CAS number 61789-72-8 and EC number 263-081-3.