Benzalkonium Chloride
⚠ EU RestrictedIdentification
CAS Number 68424-85-1
EINECS / EC 264-151-6
CosIng Ref 32129
Chemical Name benzyl-dimethyl-tetradecylazanium chloride
Formula C23H42ClN
Mol. Weight 368 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Antimicrobial
Secondary Functions Antistatic, Deodorant
Origin Synthetic
Category Preservatives
Manufacturer ERCA GROUP KİMYA SAN. VE TİC. A.Ş.
EU Regulatory Status
Max Leave-on 0.1%
Max Rinse-off 0.1%
Restrictions 0.1% as benzalkonium chloride
Conditions of Use Rinse-off: max 0.1%. Leave-on: max 0.05%. Not in aerosols (spray). Not in oral care.
Mandatory Warning Avoid contact with eyes.
Safety Profile
2 / 10
Skin Type Compatibility
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
No toxicology data available yet for this ingredient.
Check SCCS opinions or CIR reports for published safety assessments.
NOAEL · Dermal Absorption % · Sensitization
Formulation Guidelines
Benefits UNKNOWN
Suppliers & Documents
ERCA Group 🇹🇷 Turkey
Documents