Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cationic surfactant – potential mild irritation at high concentrations; preferably used in rinse-off formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propyl Steardimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Cationic surfactant – potential mild irritation at high concentrations; preferably used in rinse-off formulations The EU classifies Propyl Steardimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Propyl Steardimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Propyl Steardimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propyl Steardimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Propyl Steardimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic, Hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (quaternary ammonium derivative).
What is the Margin of Safety for Propyl Steardimonium 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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