Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Features and Benefits
- Highly compatible with anionic and amphoteric surfactant systems
- Imparts a smooth, velvety feel
- Improves slip and moisturization in skin care products
- Provides excellent detangling, wet combability and softness in shampoo systems
- Provides luster and soft feel
- Provides rich, creamy foam to shampoos and bath and shower products
- Reduces tightness after drying, provides excellent moisturization in bath and shower products
- Product Highlights
Merquat™ 7SPR polymer is an aqueous, high molecular weight, non-paraben, low acrylamide, cationic copolymer developed for the highest compatibility and clarity within the PQ-7 family in anionic surfactant systems. This highly substantive copolymer is recommended to improve wet and dry properties of hair care products and to enhance feel in bath and shower products.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Personal Hygiene Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 1 - 5 wt%
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Odor
- Slight
- Specifications
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C) | 9000 - 15000 | cPs | TP-N01004/TP-00042 |
Color | max. 15 | APHA | N01096 |
pH (at 25°C) | 3.3 - 4.5 | — | N01200 |
Solids Content | 8.8 - 9.8 | % | N01302 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status
- Merquat™ 7SPR 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
- Halal
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
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.