Caesalpinia Spinosa Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
AKA “Tara Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caesalpinia Spinosa Derivative”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Caesalpinia spinosa hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride
AKA: Tara Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caesalpinia Spinosa Derivative
Synthetic · Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Synthetic
Clean
Caesalpinia spinosa endosperm gum, 2-Hydroxy-3-(N,N,N-trimethylammonio)propyl chloride derivatives Science: Functions: Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Native to South America, Peru. Derived from Caesalpinia spinosa seed endosperm gum, a natural polysaccharide from South American legume plants. Synthesized by quaternization of the gum with 2,3-epoxy-N,N,N-trimethylammonium chloride.
Plant Source
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Antistatic | Hair Conditioning | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Derived from tara gum through chemical modification with quaternary ammonium compounds in the 20th century. Created as a conditioning agent combining the natural thickening properties of tara with enhanced hair and skin benefits.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR