Hair Conditioning
RAPESEEDAMIDOPROPYL BENZYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A rapeseed-oil-derived quaternary ammonium conditioning agent used mainly in rinse-off hair products. Effective antistatic; like all cationic quats, best kept to rinse-off use to limit eye and skin irritation.
Function
Skin benefits
- Smooth, manageable hair
- Reduces static and tangles
- Compatible with botanical formulations
Known concerns
- Eye irritation if not rinsed
- Aquatic toxicity of cationic surfactants
- Mild leave-on irritation potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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