Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Quaternary ammonium compound with skin and eye irritation potential and aquatic toxicity concerns typical of QAC class.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caprylylalkonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Quaternary ammonium compound with skin and eye irritation potential and aquatic toxicity concerns typical of QAC class. The EU classifies Caprylylalkonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Caprylylalkonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Caprylylalkonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Caprylylalkonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Caprylylalkonium Chloride functions as: Hair conditioning, antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 959-55-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Caprylylalkonium Chloride?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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