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LACTAMIDOPROPYL TRIMONIUM CHLORIDE.

Questionable CAS 93507-51-8 / ANTISTATIC

Lactamidopropyl Trimonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound primarily known for its role as an antistatic and conditioning agent, especially in hair care formulations. It functions by neutralizing electrostatic charges on surfaces.

Summary

Antistatic Hair Conditioning

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a quaternary trimethyl ammonium salt, this ingredient functions by neutralizing surface charges, thereby reducing electrostatic forces. While its primary documented application is in hair conditioning to minimize static, direct efficacy on skin benefits or specific mechanisms beyond charge neutralization are not extensively detailed in the provided research.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data 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

Stability

Generally stable across a broad pH spectrum, though stability may be compromised in conditions of strong acidity or alkalinity.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
0.25%
Sensitization risk Moderate

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) panel has deemed 'amide trimoniums' safe with restrictions, specifically up to 0.25% in leave-on products, based on assessments of similar compounds. The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has noted that related quaternary ammonium compounds are known irritants and are authorized up to 0.1% when used as a preservative. EWG indicates a 'LOW_MODERATE' concern for Allergies & Immunotoxicity for this ingredient. General concerns for quaternary ammonium compounds as a class include potential for skin irritation and allergies, and some developmental/reproductive toxicity observed in animal studies.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Lactamidopropyl Trimonium Chloride is primarily a hair conditioning and antistatic agent with restricted usage concentrations and a moderate sensitization risk for its compound class, rendering its application in precision skincare questionable due to a lack of specific skin efficacy data.

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