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Cetrimonium Chloride

CTAC / Cetyltrimethylammonium chloride

Safety Notes

Cationic conditioner and antimicrobial; EU restricted as preservative at 0.25%; conditioning function at similar concentrations; lower irritancy than some quaternary ammonium salts

Function & Common Use

Function

Conditioning Agent (Cationic) / Antimicrobial

Category

Conditioning Agent

Common In

Conditioners hair masks

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No formal limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

EU: max 0.25% rinse-off; 0.25% leave-on

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetrimonium Chloride safe to use in skincare?

Cetrimonium Chloride has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Cationic conditioner and antimicrobial; EU restricted as preservative at 0.25%; conditioning function at similar concentrations; lower irritancy than some quaternary ammonium salts

Is Cetrimonium Chloride allowed in India?

Cetrimonium Chloride is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.

What is Cetrimonium Chloride used for in cosmetics?

Cetrimonium Chloride functions as: Conditioning Agent (Cationic) / Antimicrobial. It is commonly found in: Conditioners hair masks.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Restricted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

EU Annex: EU Annex V

Identifiers

CAS112-02-7
EC203-928-6

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