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DIBEHENOYLETHYL DIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Insufficient Data CAS 342904-62-5 / HAIR CONDITIONING

DIBEHENOYLETHYL DIMONIUM CHLORIDE is a cationic surfactant and quaternary ammonium salt. It functions primarily as a conditioning and antistatic agent, notably in hair care formulations.

Summary

hair conditioning antistatic

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a cationic compound, it adsorbs onto negatively charged surfaces of both hair and skin. This interaction provides a smoothing and conditioning effect by neutralizing static charges.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Reported to be stable.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidants (can cause burning).
  • Potential for N-nitroso compound formation when used with certain ingredients (a general caution for some quaternary ammonium salts).

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

No specific CIR review exists for this compound. Related quaternary ammonium compounds, when concentrated, have been associated with strong skin and eye irritation. A general caution advises against its use in formulations where N-nitroso compounds might form.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

With a lack of specific safety reviews and efficacy data for skin applications, further research is required to ascertain its suitability for precision skincare formulations.

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