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POLYQUATERNIUM-94

CAS -
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A cationic polymer (polyquaternium-94) used to condition hair and provide antistatic feel. Polyquats are broadly well-tolerated on hair; the cationic charge can irritate eyes in rinse-off products.

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning polymer for hair
  • Improves combability and shine
  • Antistatic

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium polymers can be eye-irritating
  • Polyquats generally classed as not readily biodegradable
  • Specific safety dossier limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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