Quaternium-78

INCI: QUATERNIUM-78

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

None identified

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quaternium-78 safe in cosmetics?

None identified The EU classifies Quaternium-78 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Quaternium-78 allowed in the EU?

Quaternium-78 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Quaternium-78 do in cosmetics?

Quaternium-78 functions as: Antistatic, Hair Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Quaternium-78?

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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