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There are related compounds that people regularly expose themselves to in much higher concentrations: behentrimonium chloride, cetrimonium chloride, and the sam
by amluto 3y ago
There are related compounds that people regularly expose themselves to in much higher concentrations: behentrimonium chloride, cetrimonium chloride, and the same cations paired with other anions. They’re used in hair products, apparently in concentrations above 5%.
For those who, as the article describes, think they’re maybe harmless unless inhaled, you can buy hair detangling sprays. Maybe you’re supposed to only use them outdoors while hearing a very well-fitting mask?
- KennyBlanken 3y agoI get what you're saying, but I'm a little more concerned about occupational exposure, where people like hospital orderlies are exposed to it for hours every shift, 5-6 days a week, all year and don't have a choice in whether they use it or something else.