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Benzethonium Chloride

Used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, deodorant, preservative and surfactant, dispersing. Benzethonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/53.

Annex V/53: 0.1%

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Benzethonium chloride chemical structure, C27H42ClNO2, CAS 121-54-0
Benzethonium chloride
CAS 121-54-0C27H42ClNO2
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Benzethonium chloride

IUPAC name: benzyl-dimethyl-[2-[2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]azanium chloride

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Frequently asked questions

What is Benzethonium Chloride used for in cosmetics?

Benzethonium Chloride is used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, deodorant, preservative and surfactant, dispersing. Benzethonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt.

Is Benzethonium Chloride restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Benzethonium Chloride is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/53 (allowed preservative). Annex V/53: 0.1% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Benzethonium Chloride?

Benzethonium Chloride is listed with CAS number 121-54-0 and EC number 204-479-9.

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