COCAMIDOPROPYL PG-DIMONIUM CHLORIDE PHOSPHATE

Other Names: Phosphoric acid, triester with N-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl-3-[(1-oxococo-alkyl)amino-1-propanaminium chloride.

What it is: This ingredient is naturally derived from coconut oil, and has skin repairing properties and moisturising properties.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not recommended, unless by physician guidance

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data

Note:

• Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data.
• May be associated with respiratory allergies in products that have a risk of inhalation.

Conclusion
Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in