Benzalkonium Chloride

  • What are they?

A chemical used as a preservative, anti-microbial agent and surfactant.

  • Why we don't touch them?

It is associated with severe skin, eye and respiratory irritation and allergies. It's especially dangerous for people with asthma and skin conditions like eczema.

  • How to spot them in ingredient lists?

Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, BACs