Behentrimonium_chloride

Behentrimonium chloride is a yellow, waxlike organic compound. Also known as docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228.

Contents

Uses

Acts as an anti-static and conditioning agent. Its waxy texture also makes it a great defrizzer and emulsifier. Primarily used in hair care products such as conditioner, dye and mousse.

Cautions

Behentrimonium chloride is a toxic compound, and concentrations of .1% and higher have been shown to damage the eyes by causing tissue death of the mucous membranes. It’s also highly flammable, and irritating to the skin.

Interactions

None are recorded.

Other names

docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228

References

Source: TruthinAging, https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/behentrimonium-chloride

Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behentrimonium_chloride

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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