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POLYVINYL BENZYLIMIDAZOLINIUM CHLORIDE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A cationic polymer used for film-forming and antistatic effects in hair care. Quaternary ammonium chemistry can be mildly irritating at higher levels; safety data on this specific polymer is sparse.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALBINDINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENINGADHESIVESURFACE MODIFIER

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic in hair products
  • Film-forming on skin/hair
  • Conditions damaged hair

Known concerns

  • Cationic polymer — possible eye/mucous irritation
  • Quaternary nitrogen + benzyl group — limited cosmetic safety data
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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