Polyquaternium-69
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyquaternium-69 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt composed of vinyl caprolactam, vinylpyrrolidone, dimethylaminopropyl methacrylamide (DMAPA), and methacryloylaminopropyl lauryldimonium chloride
What does it do?
Polyquaternium-69 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Polyquaternium-69 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-69?
Polyquaternium-69 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyquaternium-69 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt composed of vinyl caprolactam, vinylpyrrolidone, dimethylaminopropyl methacrylamide (DMAPA), and methacryloylaminopropyl lauryldimonium chloride
Is Polyquaternium-69 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyquaternium-69 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyquaternium-69 do in cosmetic products?
Polyquaternium-69 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.
What is the CAS number of Polyquaternium-69?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyquaternium-69 is 748809-45-2.
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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