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CAS Number 81646-13-1
EC Number: 206-072-1
Behentrimonium Methosulfate = 5-Methylphenazinium methyl sulfate
BEHENTRIMONYUM METHOSULFATE is classified as :
Antistatic
Hair conditioning
Surfactant
CAS Number 81646-13-1 / 241148-21-0
EINECS/ELINCS No: 279-791-1
COSING REF No: 74588
Chem/IUPAC Name: Docosyltrimethylammonium methyl sulphate
Behentrimonium Methosulfate sounds like a scary ingredient when you turn your favorite bottle of conditioner around and start reading.
When transitioning to natural hair, one of the first things you learn is the importance of ingredients in natural hair products.
The general rule of thumb used to be – if you can’t pronounce it, don’t use it in your hair.
Well, my friend, I’m here to tell you not all hard to pronounce ingredients are made the same and this is one of them.
In this article, we are going to break down the mystery behind this ingredient and why it might be your new best friend along your natural hair journey.
Here is what we will cover:
Is BMS bad for my hair?
Best conditioners that include BMS
Natural Alternatives
WHAT IS BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE? WHAT IS IT MADE OF?
The scientific definition of Behentrimonium Methosulfate, also known as BMS, is a quaternary ammonium compound synthetically derived from the oil that comes from rapeseed.
Used in conditioners, shampoos, and lotions it also aids in providing extra slip in these products.
IS BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE BAD FOR MY HAIR?
So the word “sulfate” has you concerned?
Trust me I understand.
Since the adoption of the Curly Girl Method, many naturals began to run far away from any type of sulfate to avoid the risk of damaging their curls.
But, one thing you have to understand is that not all sulfates are created equal.
BMS is plant-derived so many have said it is not a cause for concern in natural hair products.
It does not cause build-up and is said to be non-irritating.
IS IT TOXIC?
According to Natural Well Being, it is considered the perfect ingredient of shampoos and hair conditioning products since it has the ability to moisturize and condition hair to the roots.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate has the ability to penetrate up to the hair shaft making hair healthier and thus easy to comb and maintain
Some have commented BMS possibly being an endocrine disruptor but, I have no scientific research to confirm or dispute.
I encourage you to do further research.
In fact, BMS is one of the few beauty ingredients approved by the European Union, which bans way more cosmetics than the U.S.
Details
In itself, it's an antistatic (stops your hair from flying around because of electricity), hair conditioning and softening ingredient used mainly in haircare products.
Coupled with Cetearyl Alcohol, they form an easy to handle, super stable emulsifier duo that has exceptional spreadability and gives a pleasant final touch to the products.
Overview
Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol is used for Softening hair, Dry skin, Diaper rash , Skin burns from radiotherapy and other conditions.
Detailed information regarding the use of Behentrimonium Methosulfate/Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol is as follows:
uses
Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
hair softener
Dry skin
Diaper rash
Skin burns from radiotherapy
Side effects
The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur in medicines that contain Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol .
This is not an exhaustive list.
These side effects are likely to occur, but do not always occur.
Although some of the side effects are rare, they can be very serious.
Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.
Burning
Stinging
Redness
Irritation
Measures
Before using this medicine, tell your doctor about your current medications, over-the-counter medications (for example, vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, past illnesses and current health conditions (for example, pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). please inform.
Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take the steps as directed by your doctor or take into account what is written on the product.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate dosage depends on your situation.
If your condition persists or worsens, notify your doctor.
Important topics to consult are listed below.
skin infections
skin cuts
skin sores
Hypersensitivity to Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol is a contraindication.
In addition, do not use Behentrimonium Methosulfate/Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol if you have any of the following conditions :
hypersensitivity
Behentrimonium Methosulfate this drug or product addictive or habit-forming?
Many drugs are not marketed as addictive or abused.
Often ministries categorize drugs as regulated addictive and non-addictive.
For example, in India this classification is H and X, in the USA it is II and V.
Please check the box to make sure that the medicine belongs to such a special classification.
Finally, don't try to self-medicate and increase your body's dependence without a doctor's advice.
Can I stop using this product immediately or am I gradually getting rid of it?
Some drugs should be tapered off or their use should not be stopped abruptly to avoid withdrawal effects. Ask your doctor for advice specific to your body, health condition, and other medications you can take.
Other important Information on Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol
forgetting to take a dose
If you forget to take a dose of medicine, use it as soon as you realize it.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate it's too close to your next dose, drop the missed dose and stick to your dosing schedule.
Do not take an extra dose to make up for the missed dose.
If you regularly forget your doses, set an alarm or ask a family member to remind you.
Please consult your doctor to change your dosing schedule or to make up for missed doses if you have missed too many doses recently.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol overdose
Do not use more than the prescribed dose. Consuming more of the drug will not improve its symptoms; on the contrary, it can cause poisoning or serious side effects.
If you suspect that you or someone close to you is taking an overdose of Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol , please visit your nearest hospital's emergency department.
Take necessary information, such as a medicine box, bottle or label, with you to help doctors.
Do not give your medication to someone else, even if you know they have the same condition or if they seem to have similar conditions.
This may cause an overdose.
For more information, ask your pharmacist or check the leaflet.
Storage of Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and light.
Do not freeze medicines unless it is written on the package insert.
Keep medication out of the reach of children and pets.
Do not pour medicines down the toilet or sink unless the package insert tells you to do so.
Drugs disposed of in this way can pollute the nature.
Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details on how to safely discard Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol .
Expired Behentrimonium Methosulfate/Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol
Taking a single dose of expired Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol / Behentrimonium Methosulfate / Cetearyl Alcohol is unlikely to cause a side-effect . Ask your family doctor or pharmacist for appropriate advice or if you feel unwell.
Expired medications will not be effective in treating the conditions on your prescription.
To stay safe, it is very important not to use expired medications.
If you have a chronic illness that requires constant medication, such as heart disease, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, it's even more important to stay in touch with your family doctor so that you can replace expired medications right away.
Behentrimonium methosulfate is an ingredient that is often used in hair care products such as conditioners.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is mainly used to improve the feel of the hair, prevent static and flyaways and soften the hair.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is also useful for improving the of the product, making the product more spreadable and easy to handle.
What Are The Benefits of Behentrimonium Methosulfate?
Behentrimonium methosulfate is used primarily as a hair care ingredient.
Antistatic
Behentrimonium methosulfate is used in hair care products as it reduces the friction between the hair shafts, giving is slip and improving the general feel and manageability of the hair.
Reducing friction between the hair shafts may also help to reduce breakage and damage.
When the friction between the hairs is reduced they are less likely to tangle and break.
Texture
Behentrimonium methosulfate also has the added benefit of improving the texture of the product that it is included in.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate helps to improve the spreadability and usability of the formulation.
This is an important part of the formulating process as it ensures that the product is pleasant to use.
Is Behentrimonium Methosulfate Safe?
According to the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel, a group responsible for evaluating the safety of skincare and cosmetic ingredients.
In their review, they noted that behentrimonium methosulfate is safe for use in its current uses and concentrations.
Synonyms:
Behentrimonium methosulfate
Docosyltrimethylammonium methyl sulphate
81646-13-1
UNII-5SHP745C61
5SHP745C61
docosyl(trimethyl)azanium;methyl sulfate
EINECS 279-791-1
EC 279-791-1
SCHEMBL126381
DTXSID00231231
Behenyl trimethyl ammonium methosulfate
docosyl(trimethyl)azanium,methyl sulfate
N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-docosanaminium methosulfate
1-Docosanaminium,
N,N,N-trimethyl-,
methosulfate
Q27262812
Behentrimonium Methosulfate functions (INCI)
Antistatic: Reduces static electricity by neutralizing electrical charge on a surface
Hair conditioner: Leaves hair manageable, supple, soft and shiny and / or confers volume, lightness and shine
Surfactant: Reduces the surface tension of cosmetics and contributes to the uniform distribution of the product during its use
Despite its name, Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a non-sulfate, derived from rapeseed oil.
Prized for its effective detangling abilities, it’s able to penetrate the hair shaft making it an excellent moisturizer and conditioner, while remaining gentle on the hair and skin, without coating the scalp or causing buildup.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate also has hair thickening properties.
BTMS is a cationic emulsifier and conditioning agent for hair and skin care.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is an excellent detangler for hair, yet it is very mild, safe for leave-on products.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate produces elegant cationic emulsions that provide a soft powdery after feel on the skin and leave hair silky and smooth.
A very mild yet effective ingredient known for its de-tangling and hair thickening properties.
Because this ingredient directly deposits onto the hair follicle to smooth out the cuticles, it's highly regarded for its conditioning abilities.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate can be found in many hair products like conditioner, detangler, shampoo and styling gel.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate also acts as an emulsifying agent, gentle enough to be used in baby products that are left on the skin.
When used in lotions and creams, it gives a soft and powdery after-touch to the skin.
Synonym(s):
PMS,
N-Methylphenazonium methyl sulfate,
5-Methylphenazinium methyl sulfate
Linear Formula: C13H11N2 · CH3SO4
CAS Number: 299-11-6
Molecular Weight: 306.34
Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 3898869
EC Number: 206-072-1
MDL number: MFCD00011923
PubChem Substance ID: 24899045
NACRES: NA.77
General description
Phenazines are heterocyclic compounds produced as secondary metabolites by bacteria.
Application
Phenazine methosulfate is used with ascorbic acid to determine nitric oxide reductase activity.
Phenazine methosulfate has been used:
as a component of succinate dehydrogenase enzyme substrate solution
to induce superoxide radical generation in red blood cell suspensions and to study its influence on RBC deformability
as a component of complex II histochemistry media
BTMS-50 is a gentle emulsifying and conditioning agent, perfect for both hair and skin applications.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate leaves skin feeling silky smooth and conditions hair like no other emulsifier available.
Leaving skin with a lovely, silky and powdery feel, BTMS-50 is a must-have for luxury cosmetic formulations.
This primary emulsifier doubles as an effective and lasting conditioner, and an excellent cosmetic ingredient for skin care as well as hair care imparting softness, smoothness and lasting hydration.
Working incredibly well in hair care formulations, BTMS-50 leaves the hair with excellent spring and body, making it easier to comb through as a detangler.
As this emulsifier is incredibly mild, as it is known for, it is suitable to use in cosmetic formulations that are both rinse-off and leave-on such as leave in conditioners for hair.
When used in formulae such as lotions or creams, BTMS-50 can effectively be used as a stand-alone emulsification system, along with its ability to emulsify almost all silicones up to around 50%.
Often added at the oil phase of a cosmetic formulation.
BTMS 50 Application
1. Used in shampoo and hair care formulations, as a smoothing agent of hair conditioner, hairdressing gel, shampoo and other hair care products, a kind of anti-winding material.
2. Used in detergent industry, such as bubble baths, sensitive skin preparations, child detergent or laundry detergent, but also for the softener/antistatic agent of fiber/fabric.
3. Used in fabric softener, antistatic agent of synthetic fibers, wetting agent or as thickening agent of daily chemicals.
CAS NUMBER: 81646-13-1
Formula: C26H57NO4S
Molecular Weight: 479.8
Active Matter: 50% min.
PH: 5.0 to 8.0
Form: white or off white flake
Other Name:
behentrimonium methosulfate
Hair Care BTMS Behentrimonium Methosulfate 50 Conditioner
Introduction of BTMS Behentrimonium Methosulphate
1. BTMS can be soluble in water or ethanol.
2. It has good compatibility with cationic surfactant and nonionic surfactant, but cannot be compatible with anionic surfactant.
3. Stable below 100℃.
Apps
1. Behentrimonium Methosulfate is used in shampoo and hair care formulations, as a smoothing agent in conditioner, hairdressing gel, shampoo and other hair care products, as a kind of anti-wrap material.
2. Used in fabric softener, antistatic agent of synthetic fibers, wetting agent or thickening agent of daily chemicals.
Dosage
Conditioner: 1~2%
Hairdresser gel: 4~5%
BTMS Conditioning Emulsifier is an excellent cationic self-emulsifier and conditioner for both hair and skin care.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is naturally derived from Colza oil and is noted for its exceptional mildness.
BTMS Conditioning Emulsifier offers innovative properties to formulations as both a mild primary emulsifier and an excellent conditioning agent.
Creams and lotions made with BTMS Conditioning Emulsifier leave a soft powdery feel on the skin.
Because BTMS Conditioning Emulsifier is substantive to hair it imparts excellent body and spring and improves wet combing.
Due to its extreme mildness it is suitable for leave-in conditioners.
BTMS can be used as sole emulsification system in creams lotions or hair conditioners.
BTMS can also emulsify many silicones (up to 50% in a formulation).
Why Use Behentrimonium Methosulfate for Hair?
What is Behentrimonium Methosulfate (BTMS)?
Who would have thought that a chemical compound with a hard-to-pronounce name like “behentrimonium methosulfate” could be used as a powerful hair detangler that’s easy on the scalp and gentle on the skin?
Behentrimonium methosulfate is a type of ammonium salt that’s derived from the oil of a natural plant called Colza, aka rapeseed.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate acts as a mild emulsifier and conditioning agent for hair products such as shampoos, conditioners, creams, and lotions.
Even better, it doesn’t cause buildup in the hair, and it’s non-irritating to the scalp.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate for Hair
Behentrimonium Methosulfate as a Detangling Conditioner
Even though behentrimonium methosulfate sounds “fierce,” it’s actually quite mild and is frequently used in leave-in conditioners and detangling sprays.
If you have unruly hair that’s prone to tangles, then you know how important it is to use products that can help you work the knots out gently without causing you to rip and break your hair off in the process.
The less trauma your hair experiences when you comb it out wet, the healthier it will be overall.
That’s where behentrimonium methosulfate comes in. Hair conditioners that include BTMS offer improved functionality when combing out wet hair and leave it feeling smoother and slicker.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate for hair
Anti-Static Electricity Control
Behentrimonium methosulfate is a cationic surfactant (an ingredient used in fabric softeners and antimicrobial agents), and a popular ingredient in cleansing shampoos. Behentrimonium Methosulfate also works great at controlling static electricity in the hair.
To explain it in simple terms: BTMS has a positive charge and a long carbon tail, which means it’s attracted to the negative charges in your hair’s atoms.
When these electrical charges come in contact with one another, they balance each other out and flatten the cuticle layers of the hair.
This action helps make behentrimonium methosulfate an effective anti-static agent.
Reduces Frizz and Protects Against Humidity
Whenever available, choose serums or leave-in conditioners that include BTMS.
When your hair’s cuticles lay flat, as is what happens after using products with behentrimonium methosulfate, your hair appears less frizzy.
Behentrimonium methosulfate also coats the hair shafts, which helps the hair retain its natural moisture while blocking external humidity from passing through the cuticle; thus, reducing the dreaded frizzies.
Is Behentrimonium Methosulfate Dangerous?
Behentrimonium methosulfate is not known to be dangerous, but people who have known allergies to quaternary ammonium compounds should avoid using products that contain it.
Also, certain quaternary ammonium compounds can interfere with the body’s endocrine system, so if you have a history of acute chemical sensitivities, it’s recommended that you consult with a medical physician before using products that contain BTMS.
Netto : 50 gram
BTMS-50 is a cationic (positively charged) emulsifying wax.
Because its cationic it is also conditioningit adsorbs (creates a very fine coating) on skin and hair, giving an amazing finish that is unique to cationic ingredients. Behentrimonium Methosulfate contains 50% of the active ingredients,Behentrimonium Methosulfate.
INCI: Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetyl Alcohol (and) Buty.glycol
Usage rate : 115% of the overall product; ~25% of of the oil phase to emulsify.
ScentC an be a bit fishy, but this usually doesnt come through in finished products if used below 1015%.
Approximate Melting Point : 60C (140F)
pH57 (2% solution)ChargeCationic (positive)
Solubility : Oil
Why do we use it in formulations?
Behentrimonium Methosulfate gives our products the most luxurious, wonderful skin feel and leaves hair feeling stunningeasy to comb through and all kinds of silky.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate also functions as a complete emulsifying wax
What is it Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a plant-based emulsifying wax that is naturally derived from Canola oil
Why we love it Behentrimonium Methosulfate is a great detangling agent that acts like a natural silicone to manage frizz and raised hair cuticles.
Behentrimonium methosulfate does not cause buildup, and is non-irritating to the scalp.
EWG has rated this ingredient as low in toxicity but have raised concerns about it being a human allergen.
However, we use this ingredient only in rinse-off products and hence this greatly reduces the risks in getting a negative reaction. More here
This ingredient is found in these products:
Solid Shampoo
Solid Conditioner
2-faced Shampoo + Conditioner Cube
Setting The Record Straight About BTMS and Why We Use It
Ingredient transparency seems to be the new trend or consumer demand nowadays.
Everyone wants to know exactly what they are putting into their bodies and on their skin.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate as well subscribe to that very same thought process.
In addition to being a business owner, I’m also a consumer; and as a consumer, I want to be assured that the products I’m using are beneficial as well as safe.
The latter ideology is what ultimately led to the creation of my natural, made in Australia company, “From Earth”.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate wanted all who would use my products to be certain that they were getting natural, organic and eco-friendly ingredients.
That mission is still the same today.
In the spirit of transparency, I would like to take a moment and ease your mind of any doubts about some of the ingredients you may see listed on our products.
What Is BTMS?
It dawned on me that some of the ingredients we use here at From Earth may seem a bit daunting.
A few of our ingredients have those 12 syllable chemical like words that no one wants to pronounce.
One ingredient, in particular, is Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and Cetearyl Alcohol), or for short BTMS.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate in layman terms is simply a type of emulsifying wax.
When making our natural conditioner or conditioner bar, emulsification is vital.
When mixing oils with other liquids such as water, BTMS allows the ingredients to mix or emulsify without separating.
As a result of using BTMS, we are able to create your creamy, natural conditioner that you love so much.
Where Does BTMS Come From?
As many of you know, we make it our duty at From Earth to always give you products that are natural, organic and if possible made in Australia.
Despite the way the name looks, BTMS is actually derived from a plant.
It is a plant-based emulsifying wax that is naturally derived from Colza or Rapeseed oil.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is sometimes listed as BTMS-25 or BTMS-50.
The difference between the two is their level of potency.
BTMS-25 contains 25% of the active ingredient Behentrimonium Methosulfate (derived from Colza plant), while BTMS-50 contains 50%.
Why Do We Use BTMS In Our Products?
As mentioned previously, BTMS acts as a wonderful emulsifier when mixing several different ingredients.
In addition to its emulsifying capabilities, it’s also a great detangling agent and absorbs well into skin and hair strands.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate has a positive charge which makes it super conditioning.
When it’s used in products like our eco-friendly, Australian made conditioner bar it gives your hair and skin a silky and moisturized feel.
We Vow to Always be Natural and Australian Made
Now, that I’ve explained what exactly BTMS is and why we use it, I hope that you are a bit more at ease and assured that all of our ingredients are in fact what we say they are.
Our products are and always will be organic, sustainable, and Australian made.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate (BTMS)
This product is white flakes, soluble in water and ethanol, has good compatibility with cationic and non-ionic surfactants, and is stable below 100 ℃.
Product Description
BTMS 50/25
Product name: Behentrimonium Methosulfate (BTMS)
Cas number: 81646-13-1
Molecular formula: C26H57NO4S
Molecular weight: 479.8001
Type: btms 50 & btms25
Package: 25kg per kraft bag
This product is white flakes, soluble in water and ethanol, has good compatibility with cationic and non-ionic surfactants, and is stable below 100 ℃.
Good chemical stability, heat resistance, light resistance, pressure resistance, strong acid and alkali resistance.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate has excellent thickening, emulsifying and softening properties.
This product is used in hair care and shampoo products: conditioners, ointments, shampoos and other hair products softeners.
Application
1. Used in shampoo and hair care formulations, as a smoothness agent of hair conditioner, hairdressing gel, shampoo and other hair care products, a kind of anti-winding material.
2. Used in fabric softener, antistatic agent of synthetic fibers, wetting agent or as thickening agent of daily chemicals.
Behentrimonium methosulfate comes from rapeseed (canola) oil
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is often used in shampoo and conditioners to create a smooth, slippery feel.
This gentle ingredient is an effective conditioner and detangler, as it soaks easily into the hair and doesn’t leave buildup at the roots.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate 50% is a quaternary ammonium compound used in conditioners, shampoos, and lotions to impart a slippery feel to the product.
BTMS - BEHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE -
is a cationic quaternary ammonium salt derived from the Behenyl fatty acid that is prevalent in rapeseed oil (the plant for canola oil /colza Oil).
As carbon chain lengths have a direct bearing on the efficacy of the conditioner we can generalise that the longer carbon chain (C22), - the better the de-tangling properties on the hair and lubrication of the skin.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate also relates to the reduction in the electrostatic charge, which reduces the chances of flyaway hair.
BTMS offers “variable” conditioning, allowing formulators to customise their product’s conditioning effects for skin and hair.
BTMS forms stable cationic emulsions, allowing formulators to produce creams and lotions that have a soft, powdery after-feel, yet it is safe and gentle enough for skin care.
BTMS is also a highly effective hair detangler due to the long behenyl (C22) chain and is preferred by panellists in salon evaluations over industry benchmarks.
BMTS will improve hair's texture and controls static, but on its own it can be difficult to process.
Adding a fatty alcohol like cetyl alcohol or cetearyl alcohol will help with making it easier to process and at same time help with lubricity and thus reduce the combing forces for wet and dry hair and reduces the friction between strands of hair.
BTMS is an excellent suspending agent, providing sufficient viscosity, making the use of auxiliary thickeners unnecessary in your formulations.
A unique property of BTMS is its ability to emulsify high levels (up to 50%) of silicone.
BTMS contains 26% active conditioning agents.
Promotes a silky and easy manageable texture to our hair care products.
Penetrates the hair deeply and conditions thoroughly, this ingredient detangles the hair and leaves the hair hydrated.
Incroquat™ Behenyl is a quaternary conditioning agent and emulsifier based on a C22 long chain fatty moiety, making it tremendously effective as a detangler for hair, yet safe and gentle for leave-on skin care products.
Incroquat™ Behenyl TMS is exceptionally mild and produces elegant cationic emulsions that are substantive to skin and hair.
These emulsions provide a soft powdery persistent after feel on the skin and leave hair silky, smooth and tangle-free.
Behentrimonium methosulphate is an ammonium salt compound, usually appearing as a white waxy solid, derived from rapeseed oil.
Despite its name, it shouldn't be confused with other ‘nasty’ sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate.
Behentrimonium methosulphate can be used in hair care products for its gentle yet effective conditioning and antistatic properties.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate cationic (positively charged) agents bind this ingredient to hair cuticles, helping to leave hair soft and smooth without buildup.
Other names: C26H57NO4S, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Behenyl Trimethyl Ammonium Methosulfate; 1-Docosanaminium, N,N,N-Trimethyl-, Methosulfate; N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-Docosanaminium Methosulfate
Synonyms
Docosyltrimethylammonium methyl sulphate;
1-Docosanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, methosulfate;
Behenyl trimethyl ammonium methosulfate;
N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-docosanaminium methosulfate;
Category
Cationic surfactant
Quaternary Ammonium Salt
Fatty Quaternary Ammonium Salt
Alkyl Quaternary Ammonium Salt
Mono-(Long-chain Linear Alkyl) Quaternary Ammonium Salt
Chemical Numbering System
CASRN: 81646-13-1
EINECS: 279-791-1
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C26H57NO4S; C25H54N.C1H3O4S
Molecular Weight: 479.80
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is used as an antistatic agent, antibacterial agent, hair conditioner, and surfactant in cosmetics.
BTMS 50 has an excellent thickening effect, and brings significant thickness to the emulsified formula paste.
It is more hydrophobic in nature, and it is easier to deposit positive cationic terminals and lipids on the hair than conventional C18 quaternary ammonium salts, thereby providing better conditioning performance.
At the same time, the hydrophobicity and deposition behavior of BTMS make the product have excellent dry hair combing properties, without the need to deposit with other polymer quaternary ammonium compounds, but also excellent conditioning properties, and the formulation application is convenient.
What is Behentrimonium Methosulfate?
A cationic surfactant with self-emulsifying capabilities.
What does it do for the hair?
Behentrimonium Methosulfate provides incredible slip and conditioning abilities to the hair.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate has the ability to moisturize and condition the hair from the inside out.
This ingredient imparts great detangling properties to the hair while closing the cuticle, due to its cationic nature.
Which products contain this ingredient?
Pantene Relaxed Moisturizing Conditioner
Herbal Essences The Sleeker The Butter
Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen, Grow and Restore Treatment Masque
Shea Moisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Masque
EDEN BodyWorks JojOba Monoi All Natural Deep Conditioner
Garner Whole Blends Nourishing Conditioner Avocado Oil and Shea Butter
ORS Hair Mayonnaise
