Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)
Polyquaternium-7
Used in cosmetic products as antistatic and film forming. Polyquaternium-7 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of acrylamide and dimethyl diallyl 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-7 used for in cosmetics?
Polyquaternium-7 is used in cosmetic products as antistatic and film forming. Polyquaternium-7 is the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of acrylamide and dimethyl diallyl ammonium chloride.
Is Polyquaternium-7 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Polyquaternium-7 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-7?
Polyquaternium-7 is listed with CAS number 26590-05-6.