Polyquaternium-102
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, opacifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyquaternium-102 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt formed from acrylamide, sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate and phosphorylcholine methacrylate
What does it do?
Polyquaternium-102 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polyquaternium-102 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Polyquaternium-102?
Polyquaternium-102 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyquaternium-102 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt formed from acrylamide, sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate and phosphorylcholine methacrylate
Is Polyquaternium-102 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyquaternium-102 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyquaternium-102 do in cosmetic products?
Polyquaternium-102 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 10/03/2014