Behentrimonium Chloride
Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Behentrimonium chloride is a synthetic or plant-derived skin-
At a glance
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What Is Behentrimonium Chloride?
Behentrimonium chloride is a synthetic or plant-derived skin- and hair-conditioning agent and emulsifier.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2015, pages 248-254 Indian Journal of Dermatology, 2015
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Toxicology in Vitro, December 2013, Volume 27, Issue 8, pages 2,203-2,212 Toxicology in Vitro, 2013
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International Journal of Toxicology, November-December 2012, Volume 31, Supplement 6, pages 296S-341S International Journal of Toxicology, 2012
How widely it's used
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- BEHENTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
- EC Number
- 241-327-0
- Function
- Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Preservative
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