Quaternium-15

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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1-(3-chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane chloride

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Formaldehyde separator which serves as a preservative for cosmetics and topical medicines. More frequently used in the USA than in Europe. Quaternium 15 is also used in paints and polishes.

The DKG has tested the substance 1% in Vaseline so far. This test preparation is no longer available in Germany. The recommendations of the DKG (status 2016) have now been issued for a 2% application form in Vaseline.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. de Groot AC et al (2010) Relationship between formaldehyde and quaternium-15 contact allergy. Influence of strength of patch test reactions. Contact Dermatitis 63:187-191
  2. Geier J et al (2016) News on the epicutaneous test series of the German Contact Allergy Group. Dermatology at work and in the environment 64: 70-75

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer