# Quaternary ammonium compounds, C16-18-alkyltrimethyl, chlorides

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid4096314
Categories: beauty
Functions: Anti-static agent, Preservative, Softener and conditioner
Identifier: DTXSID4096314

> Quaternary ammonium compounds, C16-18-alkyltrimethyl, chlorides is used as anti-static agent / preservative. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 5 composition records across product categories including Personal care. Assessed from 4 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 5 composition records across product categories including Personal care.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 5 composition records across product categories including Personal care. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Preservative, Anti-static agent, Softener and conditioner.
- US: listed in openFDA substance — openFDA substance registry classifies this ingredient as mixture.

_Assessed by Greenveil._