Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride
INCI: HYDROXYPROPYL BISSTEARYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS: flammable solid; strong irritation to skin, eyes, respiratory system in undiluted form; harmful combustion products (CO, CO2, NOx); most data available of the quat group but still insufficient for formal MoS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
GHS: flammable solid; strong irritation to skin, eyes, respiratory system in undiluted form; harmful combustion products (CO, CO2, NOx); most data available of the quat group but still insufficient for formal MoS The EU classifies Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium Chloride functions as: Hair conditioning, antistatic (gemini quat with C18 stearyl chains). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 118516-73-7 (PubChem also lists 118516-74-8 for the dichloride salt).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxypropyl Bisstearyldimonium 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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