Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains acrylamide-related monomers (methacrylamide); monitor residual monomer levels per CIR guidance (<1,000 ppm acrylic acid)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyquaternium-89 safe in cosmetics?
Contains acrylamide-related monomers (methacrylamide); monitor residual monomer levels per CIR guidance (<1,000 ppm acrylic acid) The EU classifies Polyquaternium-89 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyquaternium-89 allowed in the EU?
Polyquaternium-89 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyquaternium-89 do in cosmetics?
Polyquaternium-89 functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1015445-89-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyquaternium-89?
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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