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QUATERNIUM-92

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lanolin-derived quaternary ammonium compound with ethoxylated side chains, used as a substantive conditioning agent with good substantivity.

Quaternium-92 is a di-2-(4-(Lanolin-acyltri(oxyethylene)oxy)-2,4-dimethylbutyloxy)ethyldimethylammonium methyl sulfate combining lanolin-derived fatty chains with PEG ethoxylation. The lanolin origin raises potential allergy concerns for lanolin-sensitive individuals, and while not EU-restricted, labeling requirements apply per Regulation 1223/2009.

Skin benefits

  • Provides substantive conditioning to skin and hair
  • Offers excellent substantivity due to lanolin-derived chains

Known concerns

  • Lanolin origin may trigger lanolin/allantoin allergies in sensitized individuals
  • Complex mixture with limited individual safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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