QA_VARISOFT® PATC is biodegradable, vegetable based and contains 1,2-propylene glycol. It provides good thickening in formulations and it is Compatible with anionic, amphoteric and non-ionic surfactants. It is suitable for formulating clear high viscous systems and mild to skin and hair. Applications for VARISOFT® PATC include clear conditioning shampoos, conditioning body washes and gels, hair conditioners and clear liquid hand soaps.