Description

Luviquat (R) Hold CAS NO 174761-16-1 is a high-performance cationic polymer belonging to the polyquaternium family, specifically designed as a film-forming and conditioning agent. Its primary value lies in providing exceptional hold, body, and manageability to hair and skin care formulations while improving product feel and compatibility. This versatile ingredient is essential for manufacturers in the personal care and cosmetic industries seeking to develop premium styling products, conditioners, and skin care lotions with superior performance characteristics.

Application

• Hair Styling Products: A key film-former in hair sprays, gels, mousses, and waxes, providing strong, flexible hold with low flaking and high humidity resistance.
• Hair Conditioners & Treatments: Imparts excellent conditioning, detangling, and anti-static properties in rinse-off and leave-in conditioners, improving combability and shine.
• Skin Care Formulations: Used in creams, lotions, and after-shave products as a conditioning and film-forming agent to enhance skin feel and provide a smooth, silky after-feel.
• Color Cosmetics: Functions as a binder and stabilizer in mascara, eyeliners, and other makeup, improving pigment dispersion and product longevity on the skin.
• Shampoos & Body Washes: Adds conditioning benefits to cleansing systems, helping to offset the drying effects of surfactants and improve overall hair and skin manageability.
• Men's Grooming Products: Ideal for styling pomades, beard oils, and shaving creams where hold, control, and a non-greasy finish are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Luviquat (R) Hold CAS NO 174761-16-1
CAS No.	174761-16-1
Molecular Formula	(C9H16NO)n · (C4H5O2)m
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Polyquaternium-46; Vinylpyrrolidone/Methacrylamidopropyltrimethylammonium Chloride Copolymer; VP/MAPTAC Copolymer; Luviquat Hold; Luviquat PQ 11 PN; Gafquat HS-100; Copolymer of 1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone and 3-(Methacryloylamino)propyltrimethylammonium chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Luviquat Hold is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, viscosity, pH, and residual monomer content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with each shipment. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines suitable for cosmetic and personal care applications.

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. Under these conditions, the product has a typical shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Solid Content)	19.0 - 21.0 %
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Viscosity	Contact for details
Residual Monomer	< 100 ppm

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