Allowed in EU

Quaternium-89

A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N-Ethyl-N,N-Di(ethyldimethlammnoniopropyl)-N-2-(2-(2-(2-hydroxyhexadecyloxy)-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethylammonium tris(methyl sulfate)

What does it do?

Quaternium-89 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

EU regulatory status

Quaternium-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 Quaternium-89?

Quaternium-89 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-Ethyl-N,N-Di(ethyldimethlammnoniopropyl)-N-2-(2-(2-(2-hydroxyhexadecyloxy)-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethoxy)-1-methylethylammonium tris(methyl sulfate)

Is Quaternium-89 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Quaternium-89 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Quaternium-89 do in cosmetic products?

Quaternium-89 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair conditioning.

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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