Polyquaternium-10 is a cationic cellulose derivative. It is composed of hydroxyethyl cellulose and 2,3-epoxypropane trimethylammonium chloride. It primarily uses in the cosmetics and personal care industry as an ingredient in various hair and skin care products. Polyquaternium-10 is famous for its ability to act as a conditioning agent and a fixative in hair care products.
Polyquaternium-10 Overview
Product name : Polyquaternium-10
Chemical name : Cellulose 2-(2-hydroxy-3-(trimethylammonio)propoxy) ethyl ether chloride
Synonym : Polymer JR-400
CAS No. : 81859-24-7 / 68610-92-4
Molecular Formula : C8H6O6
EINECS NO. : 210-239-4
Category : hair cosmetics
Polyquaternium-10 Properties
| Item | Specification |
| Appearance | White powder or off-white powder |
| Solubility | 1.6 ~ 2.2% |
| Viscosity (2% aqueous solution/cps/25℃) | 300.00 ~ 500.00 |
| PH (1% aqueous solution) | 5.00 ~ 7.00 |
| Drying loss | ≤6.00 |
| Ash | ≤6.00 |
Note : We can offer different viscosity as clients requirements.
Polyquaternium-10 Application
Hair Care Products
Polyquaternium-10 is popular in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and styling products. Polyquaternium-10 can enhance manageability, provide conditioning, and reduce static. It can improve the overall appearance and feel of the hair. From an application perspective, hair care is its largest downstream market, accounting for approximately 86% of Polyquaternium-10 total applications.
Styling Aids
It is often used in styling gels and mousses to help in holding hairstyles in place, reducing frizz, and adding a smooth texture to the hair.
Hair Dyes and Bleaches
In hair coloring products, Polyquaternium-10 can help improve the texture and manageability of the hair during and after the coloring or bleaching process.
Skin Care Products
Polyquaternium-10 is also a material in certain skin care products such as lotions, creams, and gels. It can improve the texture of the product, enhance skin feel, and provide a smooth, non-greasy finish.
Personal Cleansing Products
It also has good use in body washes, shower gels, and soaps which improves the texture of the product and provide a luxurious, smooth lather while enhancing the skin feel.
Polyquaternium-10 Packaging
25kg/fiber drum
Storage
Keep in cool and dry place. Shelf life:two years.
