POLYQUATERNIUM-22

FLOCARE C122 – Amphoteric Conditioning Polymer for Hair Care & Hair Color Formulations

Polyquaternium-22 Based Amphoteric Polymer

FLOCARE™ C122 is a versatile, polyquaternium-22-based care ingredient developed by SNF SAS specifically for cosmetics and personal care products. Distinguished as the only amphoteric polymer in the SNF cosmetics range, FLOCARE C122 offers superior performance in both hair and skin care.

Chemical name: Copolymer of diallyl dimethyl ammonium chloride and acrylic acid.

Polyquaternium-22 (FLOCARE C122), an amphoteric conditioning polymer for hair care formulations, shown with a woman combing her hair and a liquid polymer sample.

POLYQUATERNIUM-22 SUPPLIER FOR COSMETIC & HAIR CARE MANUFACTURERS

ACTA Chemicals supplies Polyquaternium-22 (PQ-22), an amphoteric conditioning polymer used in cosmetic, hair care, and personal care formulations.

Our product, FLOCARE™ C122, is based on a copolymer of acrylic acid and diallyldimethylammonium chloride (DADMAC).

As a Polyquaternium-22 supplier, ACTA Chemicals supports manufacturers developing shampoos, hair conditioners, hair masks, hair dyes, hair bleaching products, and other compatible personal care formulations.

Polyquaternium-22 is valued for its conditioning, antistatic, and hair detangling properties. Its amphoteric structure makes it particularly useful in formulations operating under different pH conditions.

FLOCARE C122 helps improve hair softness, wet and dry combability, and manageability while supporting conditioning performance in suitable hair color and bleaching formulations.

POLYQUATERNIUM-22 (FLOCARE C122) – PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Chemical Name: Copolymer of Diallyldimethylammonium Chloride and Acrylic Acid
Trade Name: FLOCARE™ C122
Abbreviations: PQ-22, C122

FLOCARE™ C122 is a highly charged copolymer exhibiting amphoteric properties. It is particularly suitable for formulations designed for dry, chemically treated, or color-treated hair.

The polymer helps maintain conditioning performance across a broad range of formulation pH conditions while contributing to formulation stability in compatible systems.

The product contains sodium benzoate as a preservative. Its pH in the supplied form ranges from 4.2 to 5.3.

KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS OF FLOCARE™ C122

HAIR CARE APPLICATIONS

Shine & Silky Softness: Helps enhance hair shine and provides a silky, smooth feel.
Color-Treated Hair Conditioning: Delivers conditioning benefits in formulations developed for color-treated hair.
Wet Combability & Lubrication: Improves wet hair detangling and provides lubrication for easier combing.
Dry Combability: Supports smoother, more manageable hair after drying.
Curl Definition & Flaking Reduction: Helps maintain curl definition and reduce visible flaking.
Hair Color Compatibility: Can be incorporated into compatible hair dye and oxidizing formulations.

FLOCARE™ C122 – PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form: Liquid
Color: Colorless
Ionic Character: Amphoteric
Specific Gravity: 1.05
Active Matter Content: 39–43%
pH: 4.2–5.3
Bulk Viscosity: 3,000–6,000 cP
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Packaging Options: 210 KG Drums & IBC Containers

POLYQUATERNIUM-22 – COSMETIC & PERSONAL CARE APPLICATIONS

FLOCARE™ C122 (Polyquaternium-22) is used as an amphoteric conditioning polymer in a variety of cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Its applications include:

Shampoos
Hair Conditioners
Hair Masks
Shampoos for Color-Treated Hair
Hair Dye Formulations
Oxidizing Hair Products
Shower Gels & Liquid Cleansers
Facial & Body Cleansers

Its combination of conditioning performance, amphoteric properties, and formulation versatility makes Polyquaternium-22 a useful ingredient for manufacturers developing specialized hair care and cleansing products.

POLYQUATERNIUM-22 FOR HAIR DYE, HAIR BLEACH & CONDITIONING FORMULATIONS

Polyquaternium-22 (PQ-22) is an amphoteric conditioning copolymer particularly suitable for hair care formulations requiring conditioning performance across different pH conditions.

In hair dye and hair bleaching formulations, Polyquaternium-22 can help improve hair manageability, lubrication, and combability while maintaining conditioning performance in compatible chemical systems.

In shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks, it contributes to smoother-feeling hair, reduced static electricity, and improved wet and dry detangling.

Polyquaternium-22 can also be incorporated into selected body washes, shower gels, and liquid cleansing products to enhance conditioning and sensory properties.

FLOCARE™ C122 is a liquid amphoteric polymer designed for use in compatible cosmetic formulations.

For manufacturers sourcing Polyquaternium-22 raw material, important formulation considerations include polymer concentration, pH conditions, ingredient compatibility, and the desired conditioning performance.

ACTA CHEMICALS – YOUR POLYQUATERNIUM-22 SUPPLY PARTNER

ACTA Chemicals supplies FLOCARE™ C122 (Polyquaternium-22) for professional cosmetic and personal care manufacturing.

Available in 210 kg drums and IBC containers, the product offers sourcing options for manufacturers developing hair care, hair coloring, and personal cleansing formulations.

For Polyquaternium-22 bulk supply inquiries, pricing, technical documentation, product specifications, or formulation-related questions, please complete the contact form below to get in touch with our team.