Benzalkonium Bromide

Che cos'è?

Benzalkonium Bromide is the mixture of alkylbenzyldimethylammonium bromides that conforms generally to the formula:

A cosa serve?

Benzalkonium Bromide è elencato nell'inventario UE degli ingredienti cosmetici con le seguenti funzioni dichiarate:

• Antimicrobial

  kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

• Antistatic

  reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

• Deodorant

  reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

• Preservative

  prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users

• Surfactant - cleansing

  surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

Stato regolatorio UE

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