Is Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride vegan?
Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
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Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a cationic starch derivative, produced by reacting plant-derived starch with a quaternary ammonium compound, used in cosmetics as a conditioning agent.
| Also known as | Starch, 2-Hydroxy-3-(trimethylammonio)propyl Ether, Chloride |
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| INCI name | Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride |
| CAS number | 56780-58-6 |
| CosIng ID | 58539 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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