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ERUCALKONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 90730-68-0
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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About

Erucalkonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Erucalkonium chloride (CAS 90730-68-0) is a quaternary ammonium compound derived from erucic acid (a component of rapeseed and mustard oil). It is used as a hair conditioning agent. It is not listed in EU Annex II or III under Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, meaning it is permitted for cosmetic use. Limited public toxicological data exist, but the ingredient is structurally similar to other permitted conditioning agents and is considered safe at typical use concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Softens hair and skin
  • Reduces static and flyaway

Known concerns

  • Limited toxicological data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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