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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Polyquaternium-15

Used in cosmetic products as antistatic, film forming and hair fixing. Polyquaternium-15 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt formed from Methacrylamide (q.v.) and betamethacrylyloxyethyl trimethyl ammonium chloride.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/66.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Polyquaternium-15 used for in cosmetics?

Polyquaternium-15 is used in cosmetic products as antistatic, film forming and hair fixing. Polyquaternium-15 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt formed from Methacrylamide (q.v.) and betamethacrylyloxyethyl trimethyl ammonium chloride.

Is Polyquaternium-15 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Polyquaternium-15 is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/66 (allowed with restrictions). Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Polyquaternium-15?

Polyquaternium-15 is listed with CAS numbers 35429-19-7 and 67504-24-9.