Silicone Quaternium-7
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropylmethyl, ethoxylated, dihydrogen phosphates, N-(2,3-dihydroxylpropyl-N,N-bis(2-hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl)hydrolyzed wheat protein esters, chorides
What does it do?
Silicone Quaternium-7 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Silicone Quaternium-7 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 Silicone Quaternium-7?
Silicone Quaternium-7 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicones and siloxanes, dimethyl, 3-hydroxypropylmethyl, ethoxylated, dihydrogen phosphates, N-(2,3-dihydroxylpropyl-N,N-bis(2-hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl)hydrolyzed wheat protein esters, chorides
Is Silicone Quaternium-7 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silicone Quaternium-7 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silicone Quaternium-7 do in cosmetic products?
Silicone Quaternium-7 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