Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is the product obtained by the reaction of Quaternium-90 and Montmorillonite.
What does it do?
Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite 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-90 Montmorillonite?
Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is the product obtained by the reaction of Quaternium-90 and Montmorillonite.
Is Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite do in cosmetic products?
Quaternium-90 Montmorillonite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying, 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: 04/04/2013