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DODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Insufficient Data CAS 19014-05-2 / ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

DODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE is a quaternary ammonium compound primarily recognized for its potent antimicrobial properties, effectively inhibiting microbial growth on skin surfaces. It also functions as a versatile surfactant, facilitating product spread and the mixing of immiscible ingredients, while offering antistatic and conditioning benefits for hair.

Summary

Antimicrobial Agent Antistatic Agent Cleansing Agent Surfactant Hair Conditioning Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient exerts its antimicrobial action by critically disrupting the lipid bilayer of bacterial cell membranes, interfering with vital membrane-bound enzymes, and dissipating the proton motive force, thus preventing microbial proliferation. As an antistatic agent, it neutralizes electrical charges on surfaces like hair, reducing static. Its surfactant capabilities lower surface tension, promoting uniform product distribution and enabling the emulsification of oil and water. Furthermore, it enhances hair manageability, leaving strands easy to comb, supple, soft, shiny, and potentially imparting volume.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

DODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE has not undergone direct review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel. For structurally related Dodecylbenzenesulfonate salts, the CIR Expert Panel has noted irritant properties similar to other detergents, with severity being concentration- and pH-dependent, recommending formulation adjustments to minimize irritancy. The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has reviewed other alkyl trimethylammonium chlorides, authorizing them as preservatives up to 0.1% in cosmetic products. For non-preservative uses in leave-on facial creams, proposed maximum concentrations were 0.5% (for C16/C18) or 3% (for C22), though concentrations exceeding 0.1% in leave-on products necessitate a case-by-case safety assessment. The U.S. FDA has categorized Dodecyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride (DDBAC), a similar quaternary ammonium compound, as a Category III antiseptic, indicating insufficient data to classify it as generally recognized as safe and effective, and requiring further testing.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

Due to a lack of direct safety review for DODECYLBENZYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE, its high irritancy potential, and the 'insufficient data' classification of similar compounds by regulatory bodies, its inclusion in precision skincare formulations is currently not recommended.

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