Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
8 study endpoints found for Steartrimonium Chloride. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 10 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | code:3484 | dermal | REACH |
| NOEL | ca.100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | ca.113 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 10 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | code:3484 | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | ca.113 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 45 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOEL | ca.100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 45 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
EU Annex III — subject to maximum concentration and possible product-type restrictions. Potential irritant at high concentrations. Aquatic toxicity concern (cationic surfactant)
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Steartrimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
EU Annex III — subject to maximum concentration and possible product-type restrictions. Potential irritant at high concentrations. Aquatic toxicity concern (cationic surfactant) The EU classifies Steartrimonium Chloride as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 8 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Steartrimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Steartrimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Steartrimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Steartrimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning, preservative, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-03-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Steartrimonium 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.
What is the NOAEL for Steartrimonium Chloride?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Steartrimonium Chloride is 10 mg/kg bw/day based on a dermal study via dermal route in code:3484. A total of 8 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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