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Antimicrobial

DIDECYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 7173-51-5 Updated
28

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A long-chain quaternary ammonium biocide. Strong antimicrobial but corrosive to skin and eyes in concentrate, an environmental toxicant, and a known sensitizer.

Function

ANTISTATICSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong broad-spectrum disinfectant
  • Hair conditioning at low ppm

Known concerns

  • Skin and eye corrosion
  • Sensitization and asthma triggers
  • Acute oral/dermal toxicity
  • Severe aquatic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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