murphyPPG-9 Diethylmonium Chloride
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol 9 Diethylmonium Chloride
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
OriginDerived from propylene glycol and diethylamine, both petrochemical-based compounds. Synthesized through quaternization, where diethylamine is chemically bonded to a propylene glycol polymer backbone using chloride.
Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)], .alpha.-[2-(diethylmethylammonio)methylethyl]-.omega.-hydroxy-, chloride
CAS #
9042-76-6
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Conditions Hair
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Lifts away dirt and oil
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR