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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Polyquaternium-48

Used in cosmetic products as antistatic, film forming and hair fixing. Polyquaternium-48 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of formed from methacryloyl ethyl betaine, 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate and methacryloyl ethyl trimethyl ammonium chloride.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Polyquaternium-48 used for in cosmetics?

Polyquaternium-48 is used in cosmetic products as antistatic, film forming and hair fixing. Polyquaternium-48 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of formed from methacryloyl ethyl betaine, 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate and methacryloyl ethyl trimethyl ammonium chloride.

Is Polyquaternium-48 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Polyquaternium-48 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.