Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Complex mixture of the products formed by the reaction of C8-18-alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chloride with 1-hexadecyl dihydrogenphosphate
What does it do?
Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
EU regulatory status
Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate?
Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Complex mixture of the products formed by the reaction of C8-18-alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chloride with 1-hexadecyl dihydrogenphosphate
Is Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Benzalkonium Cetyl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, deodorant.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010