Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride
INCI: HYDROXYETHYL LAURDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Quaternary ammonium compound with antimicrobial properties; pH-dependent performance optimal at pH 4-5 with typical use 0.2-2.0% in rinse-off hair products. Ingestion-risk warning recommended for lip products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Quaternary ammonium compound with antimicrobial properties; pH-dependent performance optimal at pH 4-5 with typical use 0.2-2.0% in rinse-off hair products. Ingestion-risk warning recommended for lip products. The EU classifies Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic agent, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2271-92-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyethyl Laurdimonium 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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