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QUATERNIUM-70

CAS 68921-83-5
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Quaternium-70 is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

QUATERNIUM-70 (dialkyl dimethyl ammonium salt) functions as an antistatic and hair conditioning agent in cosmetic products. It is not subject to EU restrictions under Regulation 1223/2009 and is commonly used in rinse-off and leave-on formulations. While generally safe, it may cause mild eye irritation in certain formulations and should be handled according to standard cosmetic ingredient guidelines.

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic properties
  • Improves hair manageability and feel

Known concerns

  • May cause mild eye irritation in some formulations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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