Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Well-established cationic silicone polymer with long use history showing low toxicity (LD50 >5,000 mg/kg, Ames negative) and no specific regulatory restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quaternium-80 safe in cosmetics?
Well-established cationic silicone polymer with long use history showing low toxicity (LD50 >5,000 mg/kg, Ames negative) and no specific regulatory restrictions. The EU classifies Quaternium-80 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Quaternium-80 allowed in the EU?
Quaternium-80 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Quaternium-80 do in cosmetics?
Quaternium-80 functions as: Antistatic Agent, Hair Conditioning Agent, Skin Conditioning Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 134737-05-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Quaternium-80?
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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