Emulsifier

Chitosan Lauramide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

INCI: CHITOSAN LAURAMIDE HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Chitosan Lauramide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?

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

Its declared cosmetic functions are emulsifying, skin conditioning and surfactant.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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