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Hair Conditioning

POLYQUATERNIUM-32

CAS 35429-19-7
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A cationic acrylamide-based hair conditioning polymer. The polymer itself is inert, but residual acrylamide monomer (a probable carcinogen) is capped under EU rules — purification quality determines real-world safety.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Hair frizz and static control
  • Conditioning film former
  • Improves wet combability
  • Substantive to damaged hair

Known concerns

  • Contains acrylamide segment — Group 2A IARC carcinogen
  • EU caps residual acrylamide at 0.1 mg/kg leave-on
  • Quaternary ammonium — eye irritation potential
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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