"Strong penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Synthetic
- INCI name: QUATERNIUM-15
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 223-805-0 / 426-020-3
- Classification: Quaternary ammonium cation, Regulated, Formaldehyde liberator, Preservative
Restriction in Europe:
II/1386
The maximum concentration allowed in ready-to-use cosmetic preparations is 0,2%.
Forbidden in Europe from June 12, 2019
The maximum concentration allowed in ready-to-use cosmetic preparations is 0,2%.
Forbidden in Europe from June 12, 2019
Its functions (INCI)
- Antimicrobial : Helps slowing the growth of micro-organisms on the skin and counteracts the development of microbes
- Preservative : Inhibits the development of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
This ingredient is present in 0.02% of cosmetics.
