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COCOALKONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 61789-71-7 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A coconut-derived quaternary ammonium compound used as a conditioning agent and mild preservative. Standard quat caveats — eye irritation, aquatic toxicity — keep it in cautious-yellow rather than green.

Skin benefits

  • Conditioning quat — softens hair and reduces static
  • Mild antimicrobial activity
  • Effective at low concentration
  • Compatible with most hair-care systems

Known concerns

  • Eye irritation potential — particularly in leave-on use
  • Aquatic toxicity for cationic surfactants in general
  • Sensitisation in a subset of users
  • Not ideal for damaged skin or open wounds

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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