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SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL OLEYL POLYPROPYLAMINE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An oleyl-based amphoteric used mainly in hair care for conditioning and antistatic effect — the unsaturated C18 chain anchors well to hair while the carboxymethyl head keeps it generally well-tolerated on skin.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning and antistatic action in hair care
  • Substantive long-chain anchoring
  • Compatible with anionic systems

Known concerns

  • Limited published toxicology data
  • Possible quaternary impurity traces
  • Oleyl chain susceptibility to oxidation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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