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Hair Conditioning

QUATERNIUM-81

CAS 97953-16-7
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A cationic hair conditioner from sunflower fatty acids and a polyamine backbone. Smooths and detangles hair effectively at low use levels; rinse-off use keeps exposure brief. Standard quat caution for eyes and concentrated forms.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Effective hair antistatic
  • Smooths cuticle and improves combing
  • Sunflower-derived fatty portion

Known concerns

  • Quaternary ammonium — eye irritant in concentrated form
  • Diethylenetriamine-derived structure — limited public dossier
  • Potential aquatic toxicity for cationics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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