INCI name

COCAMIDOPROPYL PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE

Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate

A coconut-derived quaternary phosphate compound used in hair conditioning.

What it is

Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate is a phosphate triester of a quaternary ammonium compound derived from coconut fatty acids. CosIng lists it as an antistatic and hair-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, conditioners, shower gels and facial cleansers.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Its role in a given formula is not shown on the label.

Functions

Antistatic
Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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