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Quaternary ammonium

DODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 19014-05-2
40

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Dodecylbenzyltrimonium chloride is a benzyl-substituted quaternary ammonium compound, mostly used as an antimicrobial and antistatic agent. Long-chain benzyl quats tend to irritate skin and eyes and are aquatic-toxic.

Skin benefits

  • Quaternary ammonium antimicrobial
  • Conditioning effect on hair

Known concerns

  • Cationic surfactants are skin and eye irritants
  • Aquatic toxicity typical of long-chain quats
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Not a standard INCI ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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