Cetearalkonium Bromide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antistatic, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(C16-18-alkyl)-, bromide
What does it do?
Cetearalkonium Bromide 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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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Cetearalkonium Bromide is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 65V). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cetearalkonium Bromide?
Cetearalkonium Bromide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(C16-18-alkyl)-, bromide
Is Cetearalkonium Bromide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Cetearalkonium Bromide is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetearalkonium Bromide do in cosmetic products?
Cetearalkonium Bromide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antistatic, preservative.
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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: 16/10/2010