Description

Polyquaternium-31 is a high-performance cationic polymer belonging to the polyquaternium family of conditioning agents. This compound is valued for its superior substantivity and film-forming properties, which enhance product performance and user experience. It is primarily utilized by formulators in the personal care and cosmetics industries seeking to improve the manageability, softness, and conditioning effects of hair and skin care products.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Rinses: As a primary conditioning agent to impart excellent detangling, softness, and smooth feel to hair.
• Shampoos & 2-in-1 Products: To provide conditioning benefits without compromising cleansing efficacy, reducing static and flyaway hair.
• Leave-in Treatments & Styling Gels: For enhanced hold, shine, and manageability while improving hair texture.
• Skin Care Creams & Lotions: As a film-forming agent to improve skin feel, provide moisturization, and enhance product spreadability.
• Color Cosmetics: To improve the adhesion, longevity, and smooth application of makeup products.
• Industrial Applications: Potential use as a flocculant, retention aid, or softener in paper manufacturing and water treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyquaternium-31
CAS No.	189767-67-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Polyquaternium 31
Quaternium-80 (related/in older nomenclature)
Poly(acrylamidopropyltrimonium chloride)
Polymer of acrylamidopropyltrimonium chloride
Acrylamidopropyltrimonium chloride polymer
INCI Name: Polyquaternium-31
Cationic acrylamide copolymer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Polyquaternium-31 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency in viscosity, active content, pH, and residual monomers. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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 strong oxidizing agents. 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
Assay (Active Content)	30 - 40 %
pH (as is or @ specified dilution)	5.0 - 7.0
Viscosity	Contact for details
Residual Monomer (Acrylamide)	< 0.1 %
Identification (IR)	Conforms

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