Dermol™ G-7CT

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Triglycereth-7 Citrate

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Coupling Agent,

Dispersant,

Emulsifier,

Emulsifier (O/W),

Gloss Enhancer,

Humectant,

Solubilizer,

Wetting Agent

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,

Solvents & Carriers,

Visual Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Aesthethic Enhancement,

Dispersing,

Emulsifying,

Gloss,

Good Wetting Properties,

Humectancy,

Imparts Lubricity,

Shine & Radiance,

Solubilizing

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care

Application Format

Stick

Color Cosmetic Applications

Lip Gloss,

Lipstick

Recommended Uses & Known Applications

• Dermol G7-CT in an ethoxylated water soluble fruit ester imparts gloss, sheen and lubricity with a minimum of oiliness. Recommended in lipstick and lip gloss preparation.
• Dermol G7- CT is a good coupling agent in hydro-alcoholic systems and acts as a solubilizer, humectant and o/w emulsifier in skin and hair preparation. It is also an effective wetting agent and dispersant for pigmented products.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Dispersible in

Glycerol

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Free Acid as Citric (Eq.Wt. 64)	max. 0.8	%	—
Color	max. 100	—	APHA
Acid Value	max. 5	mg KOH/g	—
Flash Point (COC)	175.0	°C	—
Freeze Point	min. -20	°C	—
Molecular Weight	1338.0	—	—
Pounds per Gallon (at 25°C)	10.0	—	—
Refractive Index (at 25°C)	1.4720 – 1.4790	—	—
Saponification Value	120 – 140	mg KOH/g	—
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	1.200 + 0.01	—	—