Merquat™ 550PR polymer
- INCI Name
- Polyquaternium-7
Merquat™ 550PR polymer is a low-acrylamide, non-paraben, aqueous, cationic copolymer that enhances compatibility and clarity in anionic surfactant systems. It is highly substantive and recommended for improving the wet and dry properties of hair care products, as well as enhancing the sensory feel of skin care, bath, and shower products. It provides superior conditioning within the PQ-7 family.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Merquat™
- Functions
- Conditioner, Foam Booster, Sensory Additive
- Benefit Claims
Cleansing, Compatibility, Conditioning, Creamy Texture, Dense Foam, Detangling, Enhanced Slip, Foam Enhancement, Good Dry Combing, Good Wet Combing, Improves Clarity, Lustrous, Moisturizing, Rich Feel, Sensory Enhancement, Silky Feel, Skin Tightening, Smooth Feel, Soft Feel, Versatile Sensory Modifier; Cleansing; Compatibility; Conditioning; Creamy Texture; Dense Foam; Detangling; Enhanced Slip; Foam Enhancement; Good Dry Combing; Good Wet Combing; Improves Clarity; Lustrous; Moisturizing; Rich Feel; Sensory Enhancement; Silky Feel; Skin Tightening; Smooth Feel; Soft Feel; Versatile Sensory Modifier
- Labeling Claims
Acrylamide-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, GMO-free, Halal, Paraben-free, Sulfate-free, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Acrylamide-free; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; GMO-free; Halal; Paraben-free; Sulfate-free; TSE-free; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Certifications & Compliance
- CFDA Compliant (China), Halal
- Odor
- Slight
- Markets
- Personal Care
- Use Levels
- 1 - 5 wt%
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Packaging Type
- Bulk
- Drums
- Pails
- Totes (IBC)
- Regulatory Status
Merquat™ 550PR 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
- Application Format
- Creams
- Gel
- Leave On
- Rinse Off
- HIGHLIGHTS
Merquat™ 550PR polymer is a low acrylamide, non-paraben, aqueous, cationic copolymer developed for improved compatibility and clarity 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 skin care and bath and shower products. The Merquat 550™ polymer line results in the highest conditioning in the PQ-7 family.
- Benefits and Features
Imparts a smooth, velvety feel; Improves slip and moisturization in skin care products; Improves wet combing and detangling properties of hair; 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
- Hair Care
- Hair Gel
- Hair Styling Products
- Shampoos & Rinses
- Skin Care Applications
- Facial Cleanser
- Shaving Cream
- Shaving Foam
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Body Wash
Technical data
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6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solids Content | 8.8 - 9.8 | % | N01300 |
| Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C) | 7500 - 15000 | cPs | TP-N01004/TP-00042 |
| Color | max. 15 | APHA | N01096 |
| pH (at 25°C) | 3.3 - 4.5 | — | N01200 |
| Acrylamide | max. 1 | ppm | TP-A03180/TP-00017 |
| Turbidity | max. 5 | NTU | N01810 |
