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BEHENYL HYDROXYETHYL IMIDAZOLINE

CAS 39957-00-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A long-chain imidazoline used in hair care as a conditioning intermediate. ECHA flags the raw material as corrosive (H314); finished-product use levels are much safer.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning agent for hair and skin
  • Acts as an emulsifier intermediate
  • Compatible with cationic systems

Known concerns

  • Causes severe skin burns and eye damage in concentrated form (H314/H318)
  • Imidazolines can break down to release amines
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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