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| Catalog Number | CI-HC-0109 |
| Product Name | Polyquaternium-10 |
| CAS | 68610-92-4 |
| Synonyms | Cellulose ether with a-[2-hydroxy-3-(trimethylammonio)propyl]-w-hydroxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) chloride |
| Description | Thickening quat conditioner of the polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of hydroxyethyl cellulose. Viscosity 1,000-2,500 cps. |
| Molecular Formula | (C2H4O)n.C6H16NO2.xCl.x |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| Appearance | Light-yellowish powder, faint odor |
| Application | All kinds of hair conditioning products including hair shampoos, hair rinses, hair gels. |
| Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Composition | Polyquaternium 10 |
| Features And Benefits | Cationic quat conditioning agent, adheres readily to hair proteinsProvides superb wet combatibility, good manageability & curl retentionBuilds viscosity making the use of an auxiliary thickener unnecessary |
| GMO | GMONo data available |
| HS Code | 3402120000 |
| INCI | Polyquaternium 10 |
| Manufacture | Polyquaternium-10 is a quaternized cellulose polymer produced by reacting a cationic etherifying agent and hydroxyethyl cellulose. |
| Preservation | Preservative-free |
| Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
| Raw Material Source | Hydroxyethyl cellulose |
| Uses | Add as is to water phase of formula. Typical use level 0.2 and 2%. Common concentration in a shampoo is only 0.5%. For external use only. |
Polyquaternium-10 is a cationic, water-soluble conditioning polymer extensively utilized in numerous hair and skin care formulations. It maintains strong cationic properties across a broad pH range, making it highly effective and compatible with both hair and skin. The compound is notably compatible with a variety of amphoteric and anionic surfactants. It enhances hair care products by providing exceptional detangling, improving wet combing, and adding body to the hair. Additionally, in lotions and creams that are cationically stabilized, Polyquaternium-10 serves effectively as a secondary emulsifier.
What is Polyquaternium-10 primarily used for?
Polyquaternium-10 is primarily used in hair care products.
What benefits does Polyquaternium-10 offer in hair care?
Polyquaternium-10 offers conditioning, detangling, and anti-static benefits in hair care products.
Where else is Polyquaternium-10 used besides hair care?
Polyquaternium-10 is also used in skin care formulations and offers emollient properties.
How does Polyquaternium-10 enhance the texture of a formula?
Polyquaternium-10 can control the viscosity of a formula, thereby enhancing the texture.
What is the appearance of Polyquaternium-10?
Polyquaternium-10 is a white granular powder.
What is the solubility of Polyquaternium-10?
Polyquaternium-10 is soluble in water.
What is the history of safe use of Polyquaternium-10 in cosmetics?
Polyquaternium-10 has a history of safe use in cosmetics and was reevaluated in 2008, where it was deemed safe.
What is the chemical composition of Polyquaternium-10?
Polyquaternium-10 is a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt of hydroxyethyl cellulose.
What are the uses of Polyquaternium-10 in skincare?
Polyquaternium-10 is used as a conditioning agent, film-forming agent, and anti-static agent in many skincare products.
What are the uses of Polyquaternium-10 in haircare?
Polyquaternium-10 has a conditioning effect on the hair, helps to smooth out the cuticle of strands, and keeps hair strands soft, smooth, silky, and well-nourished.
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