Allowed in EU

Polyquaternium-59

A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Poly(20,25-dioxo-2,5,10,15,18-pentamethyl-10-(2-hydroxy-3-(3-(3-phenyl-2-propenamido)propyldimethylammonio)propyl)-10-azonia-1,4,7,13,16,19-hexaoxapentacosanediyl) chloride

What does it do?

Polyquaternium-59 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

EU regulatory status

Polyquaternium-59 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-59?

Polyquaternium-59 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(20,25-dioxo-2,5,10,15,18-pentamethyl-10-(2-hydroxy-3-(3-(3-phenyl-2-propenamido)propyldimethylammonio)propyl)-10-azonia-1,4,7,13,16,19-hexaoxapentacosanediyl) chloride

Is Polyquaternium-59 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyquaternium-59 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyquaternium-59 do in cosmetic products?

Polyquaternium-59 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.

What is the CAS number of Polyquaternium-59?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyquaternium-59 is -.

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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: 15/10/2010