Cetrimonium bromide
Cetrimonium bromide
Cetrimonium Bromide is an ingredient synthesized from raw materials of plant or animal origin. It acts as a surfactant and emulsifier in formulations, allowing incompatible substances to be mixed, and also performs an antistatic function in hair care products.
Hair conditioningSurfactantRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.
Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.
Preservative — Limits the growth of micro-organisms to preserve the product.
Antistatic — Reduces static electricity, particularly on the hair.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex V (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised preservative (Annex V) — max 0.1 % |
Products
Products containing it
BiodermaCrealine H2O solution micellaire démaquillante, 850ml
AveneCleanance Eau Micellaire, 100ml
AveneCleanance Eau Micellaire, 400ml
UriageGyn-Phy Brume Nettoyante, 50ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Mixtes À Grasses, 100ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Mixtes À Grasses, 250ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Mixtes À Grasses, 500ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Nomales À Sèches, 100ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Nomales À Sèches, 500ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Normales À Sèches, 250ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Sensibles, 100ml
UriageHygiène Eau Micellaire Thermale - Peaux Sensibles, 250ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
53
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Cleansers & makeup removers · Body hydration · Hydration · Body · Eye contour |
| Most frequent brands | Bioderma · Uriage · SVR · Nuxe · Avene |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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