INCI Name
Benzalkonium Chlorid...
Functions
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Category
General
What It Does
This ingredient serves a specialized role in cosmetic formulations, contributing to the overall efficacy, stability, or sensory experience of the final product.
Enhances formula performance
Contributes to product quality
Supports formulation goals
Improves user experience
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATEIncompatiblePrecipitation
Benzalkonium Chloride (cationic) + SLS (anionic) form an insoluble salt, deactivating both. Never combine cationic disinfectants with anionic surfactants.
SODIUM LAURETH SULFATEIncompatiblePrecipitation
Benzalkonium Chloride (cationic) + SLES (anionic) form an insoluble complex, deactivating both. Use nonionic or amphoteric surfactants with quat disinfectants.
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Benzalkonium Chloride
- Common Name
- Benzalkonium Chloride (BKC 50)