General Information
- Product Name: Polyquaternium-10
- CAS: 81859-24-7
- Synonyms: Cellulose 2-hydroxyethyl 2
- Appearance: White to off-white powder
Description
Polyquaternium-10 from Alfa Chemistry is a premium-grade, water-soluble cationic cellulose polymer. Its structure consists of quaternary ammonium-modified hydroxyethyl cellulose, providing excellent interaction with negatively charged surfaces like hair and skin, enhancing conditioning and moisture retention.
Performance Characteristics
- Water Solubility: Easily dissolves in water, forming a transparent, colorless to pale yellow solution.
- Conditioning and Repair: Its cationic nature enables strong adherence to hair and skin, offering long-lasting conditioning effects, reducing frizz, and repairing damage.
- Film-Forming Ability: It creates a smooth, flexible film on hair and skin, enhancing softness and manageability while protecting against environmental stress.
- Alcohol Tolerance: Though insoluble in ethanol and isopropanol, it maintains stability in formulations with alcohol, depending on polymer concentration.
Technology Parameters
| Items | QAC-P036 |
| Nitrogen Content (%) | 1.6-2.2 |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 5.0-7.0 |
| Viscosity (2% aqueous solution, 25℃, cps) | 300-500 |
| Loss on Drying (%) | ≤6.0 |
| Ash (%) | ≤6.0 |
Applications
Alfa Chemistry's polyquaternium-10 is extensively used across personal care products, enhancing product performance in:
- Shampoos and Conditioners: Adds softness, reduces frizz, and improves manageability for healthier-looking hair.
- Body Washes and Facial Cleansers: Delivers a mild conditioning effect suitable for daily use, leaving skin feeling smooth.
- High-Quality Liquid Soaps: Provides additional skin conditioning, ideal for luxurious formulations.
Packaging and Storage
- Packaging: Supplied in 25-kilogram drums, lined with polyethylene bags.
- Storage Conditions: It should be kept in a cool, shaded area, away from direct sunlight and heat. Properly stored, the shelf life extends up to one year.
Alfa Chemistry's polyquaternium-10 is a premium, water-soluble cationic cellulose polymer that enhances conditioning and moisture retention in personal care products, providing superior softness and manageability in formulations like shampoos, conditioners, and body washes.To place an order or request a quote, please don't hesitate to contact us.