Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Known skin and eye irritant at elevated concentrations. Must comply with Annex V limits. Avoid use above 0.1% in leave-on products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetearalkonium Bromide safe in cosmetics?
Known skin and eye irritant at elevated concentrations. Must comply with Annex V limits. Avoid use above 0.1% in leave-on products. The EU classifies Cetearalkonium Bromide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetearalkonium Bromide allowed in the EU?
Cetearalkonium Bromide EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetearalkonium Bromide do in cosmetics?
Cetearalkonium Bromide functions as: Antimicrobial, Antistatic, Preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned; related to mixed C16-C18 alkyldimethylbenzylammonium bromides. Often referenced under benzalkonium bromide group CAS 91080-29-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetearalkonium Bromide?
adequate 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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