Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
UV absorber function — clarify whether it functions as a cosmetic UV filter (subject to Annex VI in EU) or only as product stabilizer. No CIR assessment identified
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quaternium-95 safe in cosmetics?
UV absorber function — clarify whether it functions as a cosmetic UV filter (subject to Annex VI in EU) or only as product stabilizer. No CIR assessment identified The EU classifies Quaternium-95 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Quaternium-95 allowed in the EU?
Quaternium-95 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Quaternium-95 do in cosmetics?
Quaternium-95 functions as: Hair conditioning, UV absorber (protects product from UV degradation). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1030827-59-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Quaternium-95?
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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