Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride

INCI: DIBEHENYL/DIARACHIDYL DIMONIUM CHLORIDE

CAS Number
Mixture — no single CAS (blend of C20/C22 diquaternary ammonium chlorides)
Function
Antistatic agent, hair conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Ensure final formulation is non-irritating as irritation increases dermal absorption and reduces margin of safety; use within concentration limits similar to behentrimonium chloride (≤5% rinse-off, ≤3% leave-on).

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?

Ensure final formulation is non-irritating as irritation increases dermal absorption and reduces margin of safety; use within concentration limits similar to behentrimonium chloride (≤5% rinse-off, ≤3% leave-on). The EU classifies Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?

Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?

Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic agent, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Mixture — no single CAS (blend of C20/C22 diquaternary ammonium chlorides).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dibehenyl/Diarachidyl Dimonium Chloride?

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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