Is Quaternium vegan?

Quaternium

Unconfirmed

Quaternium is a general term for quaternary ammonium compounds used in cosmetics and personal care products as conditioning agents, preservatives, and antistatic agents. They may be derived from animal fats (e.g. tallow) or from plant-based or synthetic sources depending on the specific compound and manufacturer.

Also known as Quat, Quaternary ammonium compound, Quaternium compound
Last reviewed 3 June 2026

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