Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride
INCI: STEARYL ETHYLHEXYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published safety data; quaternary ammonium irritation potential; prefer rinse-off applications; monitor concentration carefully
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Limited published safety data; quaternary ammonium irritation potential; prefer rinse-off applications; monitor concentration carefully The EU classifies Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (related to CID 21348362 parent compound).
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Ethylhexyldimonium 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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