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Is Methacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride vegan?

Methacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride

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Methacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride is a synthetic quaternary ammonium monomer used in the production of cationic polymers for cosmetic and hair care formulations.

Also known as MAPTAC, MAPTAC,1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-3-[(2-methyl-1-oxo-2-propen-1-yl)amino]-, chloride (1:1),Trimethylammonium Propyl Methacrylamide Chloride, Trimethylammonium Propyl Methacrylamide Chloride
INCI name Methacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
CAS number 51410-72-1
CosIng ID 95463
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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