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MINKAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE

CAS 115340-79-9 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A mink-oil-derived hair conditioning quat — works like its plant counterparts but the animal origin is rarely used today. Safety profile typical of amidopropyl ethyldimonium quats, ethics aside.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Hair conditioning and antistatic
  • Improves wet combability
  • Soft after-feel

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (mink oil) — ethical and supply concerns
  • Trace ethyl sulfate residues
  • Less consumer acceptance vs. plant alternatives

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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