Ingredient

Benzalkonium Chloride

⚠ EU Restricted

Identification

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

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⚠ Restricted — EU Reg. 1223/2009 Annex V / 31
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
LAUGAL F 126 Manufacturer
Documents

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