Behentrimonium chloride
Behentrimonium chloride, also known as docosyltrimethylammonium chloride or BTAC-228, is a yellow waxlike organic compound with chemical formula , used as an antistatic agent and, sometimes, a disinfectant. It is commonly found in cosmetics such as conditioners, hair dye, and mousse, and also in detergents. Laboratory tests have indicated that it does not readily biodegrade. See also
 Cetrimonium chloride – an C19 structural analogue
 Cetrimonium bromide – an C19 structural analogue

References

External links
 Behentrimonium chloride at the Household Products Database

Cosmetics chemicals
Disinfectants
Water treatment
Antistatic agents
Chlorides
Cationic surfactants
Quaternary ammonium compounds