Benzalkonium Montmorillonite
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is the reaction product of Benzalkonium Chloride and Montmorillonite.
What does it do?
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite 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 Montmorillonite?
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is the reaction product of Benzalkonium Chloride and Montmorillonite.
Is Benzalkonium Montmorillonite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Benzalkonium Montmorillonite do in cosmetic products?
Benzalkonium Montmorillonite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
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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: 23/05/2014