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Merquat™ 295 polymer

Merquat™ 295 polymer is a highly charged, aqueous, cationic copolymer with ampholytic characteristics and no preservatives. It offers excellent stability in extreme pH applications, making it suitable for high pH products and shampoos. It is recommended for use in ethnic hair care, hair color products, and depilatories.

Brand: Merquat™ (12 products)

INCI Name: Polyquaternium-22

Functions: Conditioner, Sensory Additive

Labeling Claims: GMO-free, Halal, Preservative-free, Sulfate-free, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), Halal

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Dense Foam, Depilatory, Excellent Stability, Foam Stability, Good Wet Combing, Hair Softening, Relaxing, Sensory Enhancement, Smoothing, Versatile Sensory Modifier

Synonyms: Dimethyldiallylammonium Chloride Acrylic Acid Polymer, N,N-Dimethyl-N-2-Propenyl-2-Propen-1-Aminium Chloride Polymer With 2-Propenoic Acid

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Polyquaternium-22
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Conditioner,
Sensory Additive
CAS No.
53694-17-0
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Compatibility,
Conditioning,
Creamy Texture,
Dense Foam,
Depilatory,
Excellent Stability,
Foam Stability,
Good Wet Combing,
Hair Softening,
Relaxing,
Sensory Enhancement,
Smoothing,
Versatile Sensory Modifier
Labeling Claims
GMO-free,
Halal,
Preservative-free,
Sulfate-free,
TSE-free,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Product Highlights
  • Especially designed for relaxer and hair color systems
  • Improves the wet combability of hair dyes and provides a smooth, soft feel to hair
  • Provides stable, rich and dense foam
  • Provides superior conditioning properties in high pH systems

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format
Leave On,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Body Wash
Hair Care Applications
Hair Color,
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Hand Soap

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Odor
Slight
Appearance
Light yellow, Colorless
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acrylamidemax. 1-TP-A03180/TP-00017
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)3500 - 9000cPN01004
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)7500 - 15000cPTP-N01004/TP-00042
Colormax. 15APHAN01096
pH (at 25°C)3.3 - 4.5-N01200
Solids35 - 40%N01302
Solids8.8 - 9.8%N01300
Turbidity max. 5NTUN01810

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
CFDA Compliant (China),
Halal
Regulatory status
  • China compliant
  • Halal

Merquat™ 295 polymer is widely registered on chemical inventories across the globe. For specific status, please consult the most recent Safety Data Sheet or contact your local Lubrizol representative.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Pails,
Totes (IBC)

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Store in tightly-closed, UV-resistant containers protected from sunlight. Product is freeze-thaw stable but should be protected from freezing to maintain liquid state. If frozen, heat with mixing until liquid. Avoid prolonged storage at elevated temperatures above ambient. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
  • Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.