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Expert Verdict
Contains laurate functional group. More data available than most in this series. Used in both hair and skin care
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silicone Quaternium-8 safe in cosmetics?
Contains laurate functional group. More data available than most in this series. Used in both hair and skin care The EU classifies Silicone Quaternium-8 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Silicone Quaternium-8 allowed in the EU?
Silicone Quaternium-8 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Silicone Quaternium-8 do in cosmetics?
Silicone Quaternium-8 functions as: Hair conditioning; skin conditioning; enhances spreadability. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 721430-34-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Silicone Quaternium-8?
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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