BABASSUAMIDOPROPALKONIUM CHLORIDE

Other

72

Good

CAS Number: 124046-05-5

About BABASSUAMIDOPROPALKONIUM CHLORIDE

A plant-derived conditioning quaternary ammonium compound extracted from babassu palm kernels, used to soften hair and reduce static flyaway.

Detailed Analysis

A babassu oil-derived quaternary ammonium salt with conditioning and antistatic properties. Not listed on EU Annex II (banned) or Annex III (restricted) lists under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. As a cationic surfactant, it requires careful formulation to avoid precipitation with anionic ingredients.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Softens and smooths hair fibers
  • ✓ Reduces static and flyaway
  • ✓ Conditions skin

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Formulation compatibility with anionic ingredients
  • ⚠ May be a mild skin sensitizer in susceptible individuals

Safety Score

72

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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