Description

Polyquaternium-44 is a high-performance cationic polymer belonging to the polyquaternium family, valued for its exceptional conditioning and film-forming properties. This versatile ingredient is crucial for enhancing product performance by providing superior substantivity, manageability, and a luxurious feel. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care and cosmetic industries for formulating premium hair care and skincare products.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Treatments: Provides excellent detangling, slip, and softness, improving combability and imparting a healthy shine.
• Shampoos & 2-in-1 Products: Acts as a conditioning agent that deposits effectively on hair, even in the presence of surfactants.
• Leave-in Conditioners & Styling Products: Delivers long-lasting conditioning, frizz control, and film-forming benefits for hold and texture.
• Skin Care Creams & Lotions: Functions as a cationic emulsifier and conditioning agent, enhancing skin feel and product stability.
• Color Care & Anti-aging Formulations: Helps protect hair and skin, improving the longevity of color treatments and the efficacy of active ingredients.
• Body Washes & Cleansers: Imparts a silky, moisturizing after-feel to the skin, reducing the stripping effect of cleansing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyquaternium-44
CAS No.	150599-70-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	High polymer (Variable)
Synonyms	Polyquaternium 44; Polyquat 44; Quaternium-44 Polymer; Merquat 295; Cationic Polymer 44; Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylamides Copolymer; Light-sensitive (store away from light)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Polyquaternium-44 is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. We adhere to relevant cosmetic ingredient standards and good manufacturing practices (GMP). Comprehensive testing is performed, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, viscosity, and other key parameters is available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from excessive heat and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
Assay (Active Content)	Min. 95%
pH (as is or in solution)	4.0 - 7.0
Viscosity	Contact for details
Color	Colorless to pale yellow
Solubility	Soluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.