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TAMARINDUS INDICA HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A cationic polysaccharide made by quaternizing tamarind gum, used to condition hair. Plant-derived analogue to guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride; generally well tolerated.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Cationic conditioning polysaccharide
  • Hair smoothing and anti-static
  • Plant-derived alternative to guar quat

Known concerns

  • Quaternization step adds residual reactive chemistry
  • Limited public CIR review
  • Possible mild eye irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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