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RHEOSOL PQ22 is an ingredient developed by Rheolab Inc. For cosmetic and personal care compositions. Rheosol PQ22 is an amphoteric copolymer in liquid form. RHEOSOL PQ22 contains 0.5% of sodium benzoate as preservative.

INCI Name: Polyquaternium-22

Functions: Conditioner, Foam Booster, Foaming Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Slip Agent, Smoothing Agent

Labeling Claims: Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Cleansing, Conditioning, Curl Retention, Enhanced Slip, Foam Enhancement, Good Dry Combing, Good Wet Combing, Imparts Lubricity, Lustrous, Moisturizing, Silky Feel, Smooth Feel, Soft Feel

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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Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
53694-17-0

Features & Benefits

Performance Highlights
  • RHEOSOL PQ22 is a highly charged copolymer that demonstrates amphoteric characteristics. It is ideally suited for use in products for dry or chemically treated hair.
  • RHEOSOLPQ22 provides superior conditioning properties for products in extreme pH ranges.

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Color Cosmetic Applications
Hair Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
1-3%
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

RHEOSOL PQ22 is designed to be applied within hair and skin care formulations.

In hair care products, RHEOSOL PQ22 can:

  • Contribute to a luster and a soft, silky feel.
  • Provide excellent slip, lubricity and snag-free wet combability.
  • Impart excellent dry combability.
  • Help hold curl without flaking.

In skin care products, RHEOSOL PQ22 can:

  • Impart a smooth, velvety feel; reducing tightness after drying skin.
  • Provide excellent moisturization.
  • Improve foam forming for liquid cleansing.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ionic CharacterAmphoteric
Colormax. 350APHA
Viscosity (Brookfield LVT -60 rpm spindle 4)3000–6000cPs
pH4.2–5.3
Molecular Weightapprox. 4.5 x 10^5

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

RHEOSOL PQ22 is available in 30kg, 60kg drums and 1,000kg bulk containers (IBC).

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage and Handling

RHEOSOL PQ22 should be stored at a temperature between 5°C and 35°C. If by accident the product freezes, thaw out by placing the container in warm water while mixing thoroughly.