INCI
Cosmetic ingredient

BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE is a quaternary ammonium salt used in cosmetic formulations. Its technical classification covers three areas: antistatic, hair-conditioning, and preservative functions, placing it among the ingredients associated with hair products and other cosmetic formulas.

Molecular structure of BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
2D molecular structure
CAS number
17301-53-0
EC number
241-327-0
Molecular formula
C25H54ClN
Molecular weight
404.2
Chemical name
Docosyltrimethylammonium chloride
InChIKey
YSJGOMATDFSEED-UHFFFAOYSA-M

BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE: what it is

BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE is a quaternary ammonium salt used in cosmetic formulations. Its technical classification covers three areas: antistatic, hair-conditioning, and preservative functions, placing it among the ingredients associated with hair products and other cosmetic formulas.

BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE: what it does in cosmetics

In a formula, BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE may serve as an antistatic and hair-conditioning ingredient, while also being classified as a preservative. These are distinct roles: the first relates to static charges, the second to hair conditioning, and the third to product preservation.

Use limits

Restrictions and conditions of use

Cosmetic restriction
V/44
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