Quaternium-91
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-(Docosanamidoethyl)-2-heneicosyl-1-methyl-4,5-dihydroimidazolium methyl sulfate
What does it do?
Quaternium-91 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Quaternium-91 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-91?
Quaternium-91 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-(Docosanamidoethyl)-2-heneicosyl-1-methyl-4,5-dihydroimidazolium methyl sulfate
Is Quaternium-91 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Quaternium-91 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Quaternium-91 do in cosmetic products?
Quaternium-91 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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