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Cetrimonium Bromide
Preservative
Preservatives are used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in products. They are typically used in cosmetic products to help extend the shelf life of the product.
Explained
Cetrimonium Bromide is a preservative.
See all 223 products with Cetrimonium Bromide
Users who like it
16%
Users who avoid it
84%
What it does
Antimicrobial
Capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Preservative
Tending to preserve or capable of preserving.
Surfactant
When added to liquid, surfactants may act as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, foaming agents, and dispersants
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Cleansers
Haircare
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
32589
INCI Name
CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE
INN Name
cetrimonium bromide
EC #
 200-311-3
Ph. Eur. Name
cetrimidum
All Functions
Antimicrobial, Antistatic, Emulsifying, Preservative, Surfactant
