Allowed in EU

Quaternium-95

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

What does it do?

Quaternium-95 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

EU regulatory status

Quaternium-95 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-95?

Quaternium-95 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.

Is Quaternium-95 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Quaternium-95 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Quaternium-95 do in cosmetic products?

Quaternium-95 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, uv absorber.

What is the CAS number of Quaternium-95?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Quaternium-95 is 1030827-59-8.

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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