Benzalkonium Chloride

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Benzalkonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in cosmetics, personal care products, and cleaning products. 

Sources of Exposure: Cosmetics and personal care products, cleaning products.

Health Impacts: Benzalkonium chloride is harmful if swallowed or in contact with the skin, and it can cause severe skin burns and eye damage. Benzalkonium chloride is very toxic to aquatic life and has long-lasting effects.

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