Behentrimonium chloride explained

Behentrimonium chloride, also known as docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228, is a yellow waxlike organic compound with chemical formula, used as an antistatic agent and, sometimes, a disinfectant. It is commonly found in cosmetics such as conditioners, hair dye, and mousse, and also in detergents. Laboratory tests have indicated that it does readily biodegrade.^[1]

See also

• Cetrimonium bromide – an C₁₉ structural analogue
• Cetrimonium chloride – an C₁₉ structural analogue

External links

• Behentrimonium chloride at the Household Products Database

Notes and References

1. Yamane. Masayuki. Toyo. Takamasa. Inoue. Katsuhisa. Sakai. Takaya. Kaneko. Youhei. Nishiyama. Naohiro. Aquatic Toxicity and Biodegradability of Advanced Cationic Surfactant APA-22 Compatible with the Aquatic Environment. Journal of Oleo Science. 57. 10. 2008. 529–538. 1345-8957. 10.5650/jos.57.529. 18781053. free.