TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

TDS-826
Edition: February 23, 2012
Previous Edition: November 1, 2011

Sensomer CI-50 Polymer

INCI DESIGNATION:

CHEMICAL STRUCTURE

Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

KEY FEATURES
Sensomer CI-50 polymer is a naturally derived
cationic polysaccharide designed for hair and skin
care products.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Sensomer CI-50 polymer is an aqueous solution of a
naturally derived cationic polysaccharide produced
from food grade potato starch that has not been
genetically modified and is free of environmental toxic
residues. Sensomer CI-50 polymer is preserved with
sodium benzoate.

General
Easy-to-use liquid product
Increases the elastic properties of the product

Clear to slightly
hazy liquid
(clear in 1:5
water solution)
Very mild,
slightly sweet

Odor:

APPLICATIONS AND BENEFITS

Easily incorporated into clear formulations

TYPICAL PROPERTIES AND

CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance:

Sensomer CI-50 polymer

Color, Gardner:

2.5

% Dry Substance:

31 - 33

pH @ 20C:

3.5 - 4.5

Molecular Weight (GPC, MALLS):

2.0 x 10

Helps the flow properties of the product

Increasing the spreading characteristics of the
product, making it easier to apply, easier to
dispense and easier to spread
Suggested starting concentrations: 1.0%
as-supplied

Hair Care Products

Toxicological Summary for a summary of

toxicological information, please refer to the
Sensomer CI-50 polymer Material Safety Data
Sheet.

Shampoos, Conditioners and Styling Aids:

Leaves hair soft and natural feeling
Excellent detangling and wet combing
Improves manageability and ease of styling
Helps moisturize hair
Has a high refractive index, giving sheen to hair

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Skin Care Products

ANIMAL TESTING

Liquid Cleansing Products:

Sensomer CI-50 polymer has not been tested on

animals by Lubrizol Advanced Materials, Inc., or on
behalf of Lubrizol Advanced Materials, Inc.

Increases supple feel

Maintains foam stability

REMARKS
Moisturizing Creams and Lotions:
Contributes to long-term supple skinfeel
Increases ability to moisturize skin
Excellent humectancy properties
Leaves skin feeling soft and silky
Has a high refractive index, giving sheen to skin

Suggested concentrations serve only as a starting

point when formulating. Optimum performance will
vary according to formulation type and desired
result.

FORMULATION TIPS
Sensomer CI-50 polymer is an easy-to-use liquid,
requiring no hydrating or heating in formulations.
It contains sodium chloride and has shown a
tendency to increase the viscosity of shampoo and
liquid cleansing products.
For best clarity when formulating liquid cleansing
products, it is recommended to add Sensomer
CI-50 polymer in the beginning of the batch
followed by a betaine or an amphoteric surfactant.
Anionic surfactant or surfactant blends can be
added later. Order of addition of formulation
ingredients can also be adjusted to help achieve
clarity.
In emulsion systems, Sensomer CI-50 polymer
can be added to the water phase or after
emulsification. Avoid high mixing speeds.
Should be added at temperature <40C.

PACKAGING AND STORAGE

Sensomer CI-50 polymer is available in the following
packages:
Polyethylene pails
Polyethylene drums

If you need sample formulations, assistance or

other information, please visit our website at
www.lubrizol.com/personalcare.