Cassia HydroxypropyltrimoniumChloride
Cassia HydroxypropyltrimoniumChloride
CAS
8/10
Concern level
High concern
A cationic, water-dispersible cassia-gum derivative used mainly as a conditioning polymer. It improves slip, detangling, softness, feel, and antistatic performance in hair and some skin-cleansing formulations. It is typically used in rinse-off or low-residue products where a light conditioning effect is desired.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Improves TextureSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
pH Range
5.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 2.00%CAS Number: 1898261-91-0
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin6/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: May reduce clarity or create build-up if overused with other cationic polymers, Use caution when stacking with strong anionic surfactants if conditioning performance is the goal
Risks & Warnings
Low overall hazard profile, but cationic polymers can rarely irritate very sensitive skin or eyes, especially at higher use levels or in poorly balanced formulas. Rare allergy/sensitivity to quaternized plant polymers is possible. More relevant for hair care than leave-on facial skincare.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
