Emollient

Chitosan Caprylamide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

INCI: CHITOSAN CAPRYLAMIDE HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Chitosan Caprylamide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?

Chitosan Caprylamide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium salt formed by the reaction of Chitosan and caprylic anhydride and quaternized by 3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride.

Its declared cosmetic functions are emollient, skin conditioning and skin protecting.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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