Is Benzethonium Chloride vegetarian?
Benzethonium Chloride
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Benzethonium Chloride is a synthetic quaternary ammonium salt with surfactant, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties, used as a preservative in cosmetics, toiletries, and disinfectants.
| Also known as | Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]-, chloride, Benzenemethanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[2-[4-(1,1,3,3,-tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethoxy]ethyl]-, chloride, benzethonii chloridum, Benzethonium Chloride, hyamine |
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| INCI name | Benzethonium Chloride |
| CAS number | 121-54-0 |
| EC number | 204-479-9 |
| CosIng ID | 32132 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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