Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Features
- Natural rheology modifier
- Achieves gelling and thickening results
- Can mimic the shear thinning and transparency of carbomer
- Suitable for transparent gels
- Compatible with a wide range of other ingredients
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Skin Care Applications
- Guidelines For Use
- 0.5%-2.5% in the water phase, heat to 70°C followed by high shear to ensure complete dispersion
- Can also be dispersed in water at room temperature however the water gel will be cloudy
- Can be used between pH 4.5-10
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- White to off-white powder
- Odor
- Odourless
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
- Key Properties
- Forms a crystal clear gel in water
- Can be dispersed at room temperatures or temperatures up to 80°C
- Does not require neutralization
- Electrolyte tolerant
- Can hold up to 30% alcohol (using 1.5% Sucraclear) but clarity will be compromised at >12%
- Able to suspend beads/exfoliating particles
- Mild & safe to the skin
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Particle Size (<75 μm) | min. 80 | % | — |
| Particle Size (>300 μm) | max. 2 | % | — |
| Viscosity (in 1.5% solution) | 4,000 – 8,000 | cps | — |
| pH (in 1.5% solution) | 6.5 – 8.5 | — | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| TVC Bacteria | max. 100 | cfu/g | — |
| TVC Yeast & Moulds | max. 100 | cfu/g | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Available Packaging
5kg plastic tubs.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 Years
- Storage Conditions
- Keep away from moisture by storing in tightly closed containers away from extreme temperatures.
- Sucraclear V2 has a 2-year shelf life. The product should be re-analyzed after a 2-year storage period under recommended storage conditions.