Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride

Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antimicrobial, antistatic agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
FunctionANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING
CAS number19014-05-2
EC number242-754-5
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches30

Used in

Exfoliators 66.7%Wash Off Masks 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride do in skincare?
Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride functions as an antimicrobial, antistatic agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Dodecylbenzyltrimonium 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 Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially exfoliators (66.7% of its uses).

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