Polyquaternium-89
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyquaternium-89 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt prepared by the reaction of t-butyl acrylate, vinyl pyrolidone, dimethylaminopropyl methacrylamide, methacrylic acid and ethyldimethyl[2-[(2-methyl-1-oxoallyl)oxy]ammonium ethyl sulfate, neutralized with orthophosphoric acid
What does it do?
Polyquaternium-89 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Polyquaternium-89 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-89?
Polyquaternium-89 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyquaternium-89 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt prepared by the reaction of t-butyl acrylate, vinyl pyrolidone, dimethylaminopropyl methacrylamide, methacrylic acid and ethyldimethyl[2-[(2-methyl-1-oxoallyl)oxy]ammonium ethyl sulfate, neutralized with orthophosphoric acid
Is Polyquaternium-89 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyquaternium-89 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyquaternium-89 do in cosmetic products?
Polyquaternium-89 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
What is the CAS number of Polyquaternium-89?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyquaternium-89 is 1015445-89-2.
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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