Distearyldimonium Chloride

Distearyldimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 218 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDISTEARYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE
FunctionANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number107-64-2
EC number203-508-2
Prevalence218 products (0.23% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches480

Used in

Conditioners 17%Body Lotions 12.8%Hair Masks 10.6%Dry Shampoos 10.1%General Moisturizers 9.6%Face Cleansers 4.6%

Frequently asked

What does Distearyldimonium Chloride do in skincare?
Distearyldimonium Chloride functions as an antistatic, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Distearyldimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Distearyldimonium Chloride?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially conditioners (17% of its uses).

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