Merquat - 3940 polymer - Lubrizol-Beauty

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Polyquaternium-39
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Conditioner,
Sensory Additive
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Cleansing,
Compatibility,
Conditioning,
Creamy Texture,
Curl Retention,
Dense Foam,
Easy Application,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Imparts Lubricity,
Improved Stability,
Irritation Reduction,
Lubricating,
Moisturizing,
Non-Flaking,
Sensory Enhancement,
Silky Feel,
Skin Tightening,
Smooth Feel,
Versatile Sensory Modifier,
Wet Skin-Feel
Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora,
GMO-free,
Paraben-free,
Sulfate-free,
TSE-free,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Features and Benefits: Compatible with most anionic and amphoteric surfactants

Contributes lubricity which can help make skin care products easier to apply

Helps hold curls without flaking

Imparts a smooth, velvety feel

Imparts excellent dry combability

Improves the wet feel of hair

Liquid cleansing products acquire richer, thicker foam with improved stability

Provides excellent moisturization in skin care products

Reduces irritation from liquid skin cleansing products

Reduces tightness after drying skin
Product Highlights: Merquat™ 3940 polymer is a high solids, non-paraben, ampholytic terpolymer that is compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactants. The polymer is ideally suited for liquid cleansing products. In skin care formulations, it provides silky skin feel and moisturization. In hair care formulations, it provides excellent wet and dry combing properties.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene,
Other Personal Hygiene Applications,
Wipes, Tissue & Towel
Application Format: Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Rinse Off,
Wipes
Bath & Shower Applications: Body Wash,
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications: Hair Styling Products,
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications: Hand Sanitizers,
Hand Soap
Skin Care Applications: Facial Cleanser,
Shaving Cream,
Shaving Foam
Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications: Wet Wipes
Use Level: 0.25 - 1wt%

Properties

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China)
Regulatory Status: Merquat™ 3940 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.

TSE/GMO Certified

China compliant

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Storage Information & Retest Period: 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.