Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer)
INCI: POLYQUATERNIUM-4
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
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Expert Verdict
Cationic polymer with potential for eye irritation; monomer residuals (DMDAAC) should be controlled; rinse-off applications recommended for sensitive populations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) safe in cosmetics?
Cationic polymer with potential for eye irritation; monomer residuals (DMDAAC) should be controlled; rinse-off applications recommended for sensitive populations. The EU classifies Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) allowed in the EU?
Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) do in cosmetics?
Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer) functions as: Antistatic, film forming, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 55963-33-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyquaternium-4 (HEC/DMDAAC Copolymer)?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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