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Hair Conditioning

DISTEARYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 107-64-2 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An older-generation quaternary ammonium conditioner — strong cuticle-coating effect but more irritating than modern alternatives like BTMS. Mostly relegated to rinse-off hair products now.

Skin benefits

  • Hair conditioning — reduces static and frizz
  • Boosts wet and dry combability
  • Antistatic in hair products

Known concerns

  • Eye irritant at higher concentrations
  • More irritating than newer quat conditioners
  • Build-up on hair over time

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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