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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Polyquaternium-77

Used in cosmetic products as cleansing, surfactant, emulsifying and hair conditioning. Polyquaternium-77 is the complex polymer formed by crosslinking Coco-glucoside with 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol, followed by quaternization of the residual chloro-propanol groups with trimethylamine.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Polyquaternium-77 used for in cosmetics?

Polyquaternium-77 is used in cosmetic products as cleansing, surfactant, emulsifying and hair conditioning. Polyquaternium-77 is the complex polymer formed by crosslinking Coco-glucoside with 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol, followed by quaternization of the residual chloro-propanol groups with trimethylamine.

Is Polyquaternium-77 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Polyquaternium-77 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.