What is Behentrimonium Chloride?

Behentrimonium Chloride (INCI: Behentrimonium Chloride) is a quaternary ammonium salt-type cationic surfactant that exhibits high conditioning performance in the hair care field. It is widely adopted, especially in treatments for damaged hair and the premium conditioner market. 

Customer Challenges

In the recent hair care market,

• Hair damage from coloring and bleaching
• Heat damage from hair dryers and flat irons
• Dryness and frizz due to dehydration
• Frizz/spreading due to static electricity
• Reduced combability and manageability

such challenges are increasing.

Especially in the Asian market,

✅ 'Moisturized feel'

✅ 'Manageability'

✅ 'Smooth combability'

are important factors in product selection.

Reasons Why Behentrimonium Chloride is Chosen

① Excellent Hair Adsorption

Damaged hair becomes negatively charged.

As this ingredient carries a positive charge, it efficiently adsorbs onto the hair surface, exhibiting conditioning effects. 

Benefits of Adoption

• Improved moisturized feel
• Improved combability
• Improved detangling
• Improved hair manageability

② High Antistatic Effect

It neutralizes the negative charge on the hair surface, suppressing the generation of static electricity. 

Benefits of Adoption

• Suppression of hair frizz/flyaways
• Countermeasure against flyaway hair
• Improved manageability in dry environments

③ Imparts a Rich Texture

Due to its long-chain behenyl group (C22), it achieves a smooth and rich texture. 

Compatibility with Market Needs

• Premium treatments
• Salon-quality products
• Damage care products
• High-value-added shampoos

are ideal for.