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DICETYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Valuable CAS 1812-53-9 / ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Dicetyldimonium Chloride is a cationic surfactant utilized for its antistatic, emulsifying, and conditioning properties in cosmetic formulations. It helps to stabilize oil-and-water mixtures while imparting emollient benefits to skin and hair.

Summary

Antistatic Emulsifying Hair Conditioning Surfactant Skin-Conditioning Emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a cationic surfactant, it reduces electrostatic charges and lowers surface tension, enabling stable emulsification of immiscible liquids. It also functions as a skin-conditioning agent, helping to prevent moisture loss and maintain hydration.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Clinical studies suggest a low risk of skin irritation or allergic reactions when used externally.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 6.5 – 8.5
0 7 14

Stability

The ingredient demonstrates general stability within a pH range of 6.5 to 8.5.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

Not specifically reviewed by CIR or SCCS, but recognized by FDA. While some sources identify it as a potential irritant or sensitizer, it is generally considered low-risk, though EWG rates allergy risk as moderate.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Dicetyldimonium Chloride is a valuable multifunctional ingredient, offering emulsifying, conditioning, and antistatic properties with a generally low risk profile, despite a moderate EWG rating for allergy potential.

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