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Antimicrobial

CHLORHEXIDINE DIUNDECYLENATE

CAS 1884575-91-0 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A chlorhexidine salt paired with undecylenic acid for antimicrobial action in deodorants and preservatives. Effective but chlorhexidine is a notable contact allergen and EU-restricted, so use awareness applies.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALDEODORANTORAL CAREANTI-SEBORRHEICHAIR CONDITIONINGPRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Broad-spectrum antimicrobial
  • Effective deodorant active
  • Lipid-anchored persistence on skin

Known concerns

  • Chlorhexidine is a known contact allergen
  • EU restricts chlorhexidine to 0.3% in leave-on
  • Rare but documented anaphylaxis case reports

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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