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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. |
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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