Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
AKA “Cassia Polymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Cassia
Hair Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Cassia hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride
AKA: Cassia Polymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Cassia
Hair Conditioning · Antistatic · EWG: 3
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
Cassia endosperm polysaccharide gum, 2-hydroxy-3-trimethylammoniopropyl chloride derivatives
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Moisturizing
Boosts Collagen
Improves Elasticity
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic derivative of cassia gum developed in the late 20th century for cosmetic use. Created as a conditioning and thickening agent that improves upon natural cassia gum's performance in personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-3
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR