MACKERNIUM® GQ-L80 is a natural, cationic guar polymer that offers excellent wet and dry combing, thickening, and a soft feel to hair. It has low viscosity, low nitrogen content, and is suitable for daily shampoos.

INCI Name: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

CAS Number: 65497-29-2

Labeling Claims: COSMOS Approved, Halal, Naturally Derived

Benefit Claims: Combability, Emulsion Stabilizer, Frizz Control, Good Dry Combing, Good Wet Combing, Hair Conditioning, Hair Protection, Hair Softening, Improves Hair Thickness, Low Toxicity, Low Viscosity, Low-Irritation, Moisturizing, Skin Conditioning, Soft Feel, Static Reduction, Substantivity

Certifications & Compliance: IECIC (China), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Benefits
  • Naturally-derived from plant-sourced materials.
  • Low toxicity and irritation at recommended use levels.
  • Very substantive, providing conditioning and moisturizing to hair & skin.
  • Helps prevents frizz caused by static electricity without build-up.
  • Good wet and dry combability.
  • Aids in hair protection & recovery from damage.
  • Rheology Modification: Viscosity control, Pseudoplastic flow, Emulsion stability, Pearl suspension.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Light yellowish powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activitymin. 86%-
Ash Content (as NaCl)max. 2.0--
Dry Loss6.0 - 12.0%-
pH Value (1% in aqueous solution at 25°C)9.0 - 11.0--
Total Nitrogen1.1 - 1.6%-
Viscosity (1% in aqueous solution at 25°C)150 - 250cps-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Europe
  • North America
Packaging Information

20 kg carton box (net weight basis).

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 months
Storage Information

Store in a cool, well ventilated, dry area away from heat, sparks or fire.