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Is Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride vegan?

Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride

Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound derived from palmitic acid, used as a conditioning and antistatic agent in hair and skin care products. Palmitic acid may be sourced from plant or animal fats.

Also known as 1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-3-[(1-oxohexadecyl)amino]-, chloride
INCI name Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
CAS number 51277-96-4
EC number 257-104-6
CosIng ID 58138
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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