Synonym(s)
2-Dodecylisoquinolinium bromides; CAS number: 93-23-2
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Lauryl" refers to lauryl alcohol (1-dodecanol) as the alcoholic component. "Isoquinolinium" means the "isoquinoline" the structural isomer of quinoline
Lauryl isoquinolinium bromide is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance has antimicrobial effects (helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin). Furthermore, it acts as an antistatic agent (reduces static charges by neutralizing the electrical charge on the surface, e.g. of hair) and as a surfactant (washing-active substance).
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