DI-C12-15 ALKYL DIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
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About
Di-c12-15 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Di-C12-15 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride is a dialkyl quaternary ammonium compound with medium-length alkyl chains (C12-15). It functions as an antistatic and conditioning agent in rinse-off formulations such as shampoos, conditioners, and body washes. Under EU Regulation 1223/2009, dialkyl quaternary ammonium compounds of this type are subject to general cosmetic safety requirements and are typically restricted to rinse-off products at concentrations below 1% due to sensitization and irritation potential.
Skin benefits
- Antistatic conditioning for hair
- Improves wet detangling and combability
- Provides smooth, soft skin feel after rinse-off
Known concerns
- Skin sensitization in susceptible individuals
- Primarily rinse-off use only under EU guidance
- Eye irritant potential
- Concentration-dependent irritation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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