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POLYQUATERNIUM-14

CAS 27103-90-8
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A synthetic polymer that forms a invisible film on hair and skin, helping products spread smoothly and reducing static buildup.

Polyquaternium-14 is an acrylic acid-derived copolymer functioning as an antistatic and film-forming agent. It is not listed in EU Annex II (banned) or Annex III (restricted) of the Cosmetics Regulation, and is considered safe for use in leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic formulations at normal concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Improves texture and spreadability of formulations
  • Reduces static electricity in hair care products
  • Provides a smooth, non-tacky skin feel

Known concerns

  • May cause mild eye irritation in very concentrated form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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