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Is Distearyl Epoxypropylmonium Chloride vegetarian?

Distearyl Epoxypropylmonium Chloride

Distearyl Epoxypropylmonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound derived from stearyl groups, used as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in cosmetics; the stearyl source may be plant or animal derived.

Also known as (2,3-Epoxypropyl)-methyl-dioctadecylammonium chloride
INCI name Distearyl Epoxypropylmonium Chloride
CosIng ID 33698
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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