Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride
INCI: HYDROXYETHYL CETYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Quaternary ammonium compound with standard N-nitrosamine precaution; verify source for vegan/COSMOS claims and monitor for irritation potential at elevated concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Quaternary ammonium compound with standard N-nitrosamine precaution; verify source for vegan/COSMOS claims and monitor for irritation potential at elevated concentrations. The EU classifies Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant (cleansing). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 24625-03-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyethyl Cetyldimonium 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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