POLYQUATERNIUM-44

CAS Number	150599-70-5
Chem/IUPAC Name:	Poly(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-ylethylene, 3-methylimidazolium-1-ylethylene methyl sulfate)
COSING REF No:	58826

Polyquaternium-44 is a water-soluble polymer that is commonly used in hair products such as shampoos and conditioners. It is a cationic polymer, meaning it carries a positive charge and can bind to the negatively charged surface of hair. Polyquaternium-44 appears as a clear, viscous liquid and is known for its ability to improve hair manageability, reduce static, and enhance shine. It also has conditioning properties that aids in detangling the hair and makes it easier to style. In addition, Polyquaternium-44 also provides a protective barrier that helps to prevent damage caused by heat styling and environmental stressors. The chemical formula of Polyquaternium-44 is C₁₃H₂₁N₃O₅S.

Who supplies POLYQUATERNIUM-44 ?

BASF

What is POLYQUATERNIUM-44 used for?

Polyquaternium-44 is quite a popular ingredient in hair care products due to its many different beneficial properties. It is primarily used as a conditioning agent, helping to nourish the shafts and enhance their texture. Polyquaternium-44 also binds to the surface of hair in order to reduce static and enhance shine. This ingredient forms a protective barrier on the shafts that helps to prevent damage caused by heat styling and environmental stressors. Polyquaternium-44 is often included in shampoos, conditioners, leave-in treatments, styling products, and also some cosmetics and skin conditioning products.

Origin

Polyquaternium-44 is typically made through a process called polymerization. This involves combining monomers, such as dimethyl diallyl ammonium chloride, in the presence of a catalyst to form a long-chain polymer. The resulting polymer is then purified and processed into a liquid form for use in cosmetic products.

What does POLYQUATERNIUM-44 do in a formulation?

Antistatic
Hair conditioning

Safety profile

Polyquaternium-44 is safe for use in hair care products. It does not have any side effects and has been approved for use by various regulatory bodies around the world. However, a patch test is recommended. Polyquaternium-44 is also non comedogenic, vegan and halal.