Quaternium 15
Quaternium 15 Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Quaternium 15 is a quaternary ammonium salt used as a surfactant and preservative in many products including cosmetics. It is an anti-microbial agent by virtue of being a formaldehyde releaser, however this can also cause contact dermatitis, a symptom of an allergic reaction, especially in those with sensitive skin. In 2005, Quaternium 15 was named in the top 15 most frequently positive allergens identified in patch tests by the North American Contact Dermatitis Group (NACDG).
Sensitivity to Quaternium 15 may be identified with a clinical patch test.
| Trade Name | Quaternium 15 |
| Generic | Quaternium-15 |
| Quaternium-15 Other Names | Quaternium 15 |
| Type | |
| Formula | C9H16Cl2N4 |
| Weight | Average: 251.156 Monoisotopic: 250.075201946 |
| Groups | Approved, Experimental |
| Therapeutic Class | |
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| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Quaternium 15 is approved for use within allergenic epicutaneous patch tests which are indicated for use as an aid in the diagnosis of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) in persons 6 years of age and older.
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