Organoclay

Description

Organoclay · CAS 1340-69-8 · Al2H2O6Si. UNII 7F465U79Q1.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical description & handling notes

• Soluble
• Bentoquatam protects the skin like a shield against poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac by physically blocking skin contact with their resin. The best protection against getting these conditions is to avoid contact with these plants. This medicine does not dry oozing and weeping caused by the rash of poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used to prevent or reduce the severity of allergic contact dermatitis due to urushiol, the allergenic resin of poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.
• Drugs used to treat or prevent skin disorders or for the routine care of skin.
• The mechanism of action is unknown. It is thought topically applied bentoquatam acts as a physical barrier that interferes with the adsorption of antigens onto the skin and reduces absorption of antigens into the skin. It probably does not work by modifying the systemic allergic response.

Synonyms

Bentoquatam; Quaternium 18-bentonite; Organoclay; Claytone so; Tixogel mp; Tixogel te; 1340-69-8; Claytone 40; RefChem:930441; TIXOGEL MP-100; DTXSID301027428; 7F465U79Q1; dimethyldioctadecylammonium montmorillonite; Bentone 34; Bentonite Nanoclay; Bentone 27

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Organoclay?

CAS 1340-69-8; molecular formula Al2H2O6Si; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Organoclay known by?

Bentoquatam, Quaternium 18-bentonite, Organoclay, Claytone so, Tixogel mp, Tixogel te.

Is Organoclay classified as hazardous?

100% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (36 of 36).

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