QUATERNIUM-75
Other
Moderate
About QUATERNIUM-75
Quaternium-75 is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Detailed Analysis
Quaternium-75 is a tetrafunctional quaternary ammonium salt classified under EU CosIng with antistatic and conditioning functions. Quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) are subject to review under EU REACH for aquatic toxicity and skin sensitisation potential. While not listed on EU Annex II (banned substances), certain QACs are under evaluation for restriction due to environmental concerns. Skin sensitisation is the primary human health concern, particularly for leave-on products at high concentrations.
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Effective hair conditioning and antistatic properties
- ✓ Improves skin feel in formulations
- ✓ Provides soft after-feel
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Skin and eye irritation potential
- ⚠ Mild skin sensitisation reported for some quaternary ammonium compounds
- ⚠ Aquatic toxicity concern under EU REACH review
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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