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HYDROXYPROPYL BISCETEARYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A quaternary ammonium conditioning agent derived from hydrogenated tallow, commonly used in hair conditioners with a well-established safety profile in cosmetics.

Hydroxypropyl biscearyldimonium chloride is a dialkyl quaternary ammonium compound used as an antistatic and conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations. Under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, quaternary ammonium compounds with adequate safety data are generally permitted. No specific restrictions are listed for this specific compound.

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic agent reduces flyaway and static
  • Hair conditioning agent improves manageability
  • Skin conditioning emollient function

Known concerns

  • Concentration-dependent irritation potential at high levels
  • Generally considered safe at cosmetic use levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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