Background: Alkyl ester quaternary ammonium compounds (ester quats) are used extensively in fabric rinse conditioners. It is important to document in the literature the outcome of historical ...

But widespread use of disinfectants and heavy-duty cleaners has also ushered in new research on “quats” — which stands for quaternary ammonium compounds (sometimes called QACs). Quats are a ...

Two were discovered to negatively affect brain health. These chemicals are quaternary ammonium compounds (also called 'quats' or QACs) and organophosphate flame retardants, according to the ...

(Pic courtesy: iStock A 2019 study found that peroxide-based cleaning products have less potential for respiratory toxicity than bleach or quats. Disinfecting wipes may not be as necessary as you ...

Number of skin reactions to 2% concentration at 2-day scoring* 0/183 0/183 0/183 0/183 HEQ = di-(hardened tallow fatty acid) ester of 2,3-dihydroxypropyl-trimethyl ammonium chloride; TEA-Quat ...