Polyquaternium-10 Powder — Cosmetic Grade
Pure Actives' Polyquaternium-10 Powder is a cationic, water-soluble quaternized hydroxyethyl cellulose polymer used extensively in hair care and skin care formulations as a conditioning agent, film-former, and rheology modifier. Its permanent positive charge enables strong substantivity to negatively charged hair and skin surfaces, delivering lasting conditioning, detangling, and smoothing benefits even after rinsing. As a film-former, Polyquaternium-10 coats the hair shaft and skin surface to reduce friction, improve manageability, and enhance moisture retention. Its cellulose-derived structure makes it compatible with a wide range of surfactant systems and cosmetic actives.
Key Benefits
- Cationic conditioning — strong substantivity to hair and skin for lasting results
- Detangling and smoothing — reduces friction and improves hair manageability
- Film-forming — coats hair shaft and skin to enhance moisture retention
- Antistatic properties — reduces static and flyaway in hair formulations
- Compatible with anionic, amphoteric, and nonionic surfactant systems
- Cellulose-derived, cosmetic-grade — well-tolerated and widely used
Technical Specifications
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INCI: Polyquaternium-10
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CAS: 81859-24-7
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Appearance: White to Off-White Free-Flowing Powder
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Solubility: Water Soluble
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pH (1% Solution): 5.0–8.0
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Charge: Cationic
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Grade: Cosmetic Grade
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Origin: Semi-Synthetic (Cellulose-Derived)
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Recommended Use: 0.1–1.0%
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Phase: Water Phase
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Available Sizes: 50g | 100g | 200g | 500g | 1000g
Disclaimer
This ingredient is intended for cosmetic use only. Not for internal consumption. Always conduct a patch test before use in finished formulations.