Description

Quaternium-18 hectorite is a chemical compound, a reaction product of quaternium-18 and hectorite. Hectorite belongs to a group of phyllosilicate minerals based on natural colloidal clay composed of magnesium, silicates or lithium.

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Suspending agent. Non surfactant. Cosmetic or pharmaceutical suspensions are known to be thermodynamically unstable and it is therefore essential to include in the formulation a suspending agent capable of dispersing any sedimented particulates and reducing the rate of sedimentation. The presence of this agent increases the consistency of the suspension medium and exerts a protective colloidal action.
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CAS: 12001-31-9, 71011-27-3