Synonym(s)
1-dodecylpyridinium chlorides; CAS Number:104-74-5
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"Lauryl" refers to lauryl alcohol as an alcoholic component. Laurylpyridinium chloride is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an antimicrobial substance (helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin). Furthermore it acts as an antistatic agent (reduces static charges by neutralizing the electric charge on the surface of e.g. hair), as a surfactant (washing-active substance) and as a deodorant.
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