Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride

CAS Number
Not published in standard databases — proprietary glucose-derived quaternary
Function
Anti-static agent; Softener and conditioner
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not listed in 21 CFR 700/250; widely used in rinse-off formulations (e.g., Glucquat 125 by Lubrizol)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Quaternary ammonium compound with cationic surfactant properties; carries potential for ocular and mucous membrane irritation at high concentrations. Primarily used in rinse-off products. Formulate at ≤2% in leave-on applications per supplier guidance.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?

Quaternary ammonium compound with cationic surfactant properties; carries potential for ocular and mucous membrane irritation at high concentrations. Primarily used in rinse-off products. Formulate at ≤2% in leave-on applications per supplier guidance. The EU classifies Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?

Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?

Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride functions as: Anti-static agent; Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not published in standard databases — proprietary glucose-derived quaternary.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium 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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