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Antimicrobial

METHYLBENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS 25155-18-4
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A cleansing surfactant that helps remove dirt and oil from skin.

Methylbenzethonium Chloride is an antimicrobial ingredient that helps prevent the growth of harmful microorganisms in cosmetic products and on skin.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, DEODORANT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Known concerns

  • May be drying with overuse

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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