A pioneering leader with a powerful legacy
Arxada, formerly part of Lonza Specialty Ingredients, is a global specialty chemicals business with leading
positions in Microbial Control Solutions (‘MCS’) and Specialty Products Solutions (‘SPS’).
Microbial Control Solutions
MCS addresses six target markets: Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Paints and Coatings, Crop
Protection, Material Protection and Wood Protection. MCS offers industry-leading regulatory
expertise, a comprehensive portfolio together with a broad range of registrations, which are
critical to maintaining the integrity of its customers’ products.
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Geogard® 221
INCI Name: Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Function: Preservative, Fungistatic Agent, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin: Synthetic
Benefit Claims: Preservation, Chemical Stability, Broad pH Stability, Compatibility, Cost Effective, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Bacterial
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Not Tested on Animals, Cruelty-Free, Sustainable, Odor-free, Non-GMO, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Organic, Clean at Sephora
Certifications & Compliance: ECOCERT, EU Compliant, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved, COSMOS, IECIC (China), Cruelty-Free, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant
Geogard® 221 preservative is based on a synergistic blend of 2 active ingredients, dehydroacetic acid (DHA) and benzyl alcohol. The product is recognized by major cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance regulatory authorities worldwide for use in cosmetic and personal care products and formulations. Geogard®221 has a broad spectrum activity, is light in color, essentially odorless and easy to formulate in a diverse range of products.INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol (CAS: 100-51-6), Dehydroacetic Acid (CAS: 520-45-6) and Aqua (CAS: 7732-18-5)Key Benefits of Geogard® 221:Wide range of global regulatory approvalsBroad spectrum protectionECOCERT/COSMOS compliant, NATRUE certified and Soil Association approvedWide applicability/compatibility with key raw materialsEasy-to-use and compatible with most types of cosmetic formulationsBenefit and Labeling Claims:Benefit ClaimsBroad pH StabilityChemical StabilityCompatibilityCost EffectiveLabeling ClaimsCruelty-FreeEnvironmentally FriendlyNon-GMONot Tested on AnimalsOdor-freeSustainableApplications Include:Personal Care — Beauty & CareBaby CareBath & ShowerColor CosmeticsHair CareSkin Care
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Geogard Ultra®
INCI Name: Calcium Gluconate, Sodium Benzoate, Gluconolactone
Function: Preservative Booster, Preservative, Fungistatic Agent, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Synthetic
Benefit Claims: Preservation, Chemical Stability, Moisturizing, Compatibility, Broad pH Stability, Versatility, Anti-Fungal, Ease of Formulation, Easy Application, Anti-Bacterial
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Vegan, Naturally Derived, Halal, Cruelty-Free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sustainable, Non-GMO, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Organic, Clean at Sephora
Certifications & Compliance: NaTrue, ECOCERT, EU Compliant, Halal, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved, COSMOS, IECIC (China), EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Organic Certified
Geogard Ultra® is a patented, synergistic blend consisting of Gluconolactone (polyhydroxy acid or PHA) and Sodium Benzoate. The synergy between these two ingredients, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, makes this preservative unique, allowing for its broad spectrum efficacy.Organic acids often require a co-preservative or additional booster to provide an optimal performance, as they are too weak on their own. In this blend, the Gluconolactone works in conjunction with the sodium benzoate to perform as an efficient preservative booster that is also non-GMO. Geogard Ultra®’s Gluconolactone works by slowly releasing Gluconic Acid over time, which helps contribute to the preservation effect.INCI Name: Gluconolactone (CAS: 90-80-2), Sodium Benzoate (CAS: 532-32-1) and Calcium Gluconate (CAS: 299-28-5)Key Benefits of Geogard Ultra®:Wide range of global regulatory acceptanceBroad spectrum activityECOCERT/COSMOS accepted, NATRUE and Soil Association approvedWide applicability/compatibilityEasy to formulateAdded skin moisturization benefitApplications Include:Beauty & CareAP/DeoBaby CareBath & ShowerColor CosmeticsHair CareOral CareSkin CareSun CarePersonal HygieneHand HygieneOther Personal Hygiene ApplicationsWipes, Tissue & TowelLabeling Claims of Geogard Ultra®:Cruelty-FreeEnvironmentally FriendlyHalalNaturalNaturally DerivedNon-GMOOrganicSustainable
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Bardac® 2280
Chemical Name: Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
Function: Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Algal Agent, Biocide, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent
CAS Number: 7173-51-5
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance: BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms: DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride
Bardac® 2280 Antimicrobial contains the active substance Didecyldimethyl- ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, algae and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and can be used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas, home care, product preservation and laundry sanitisers. This “fourth” generation quaternary ammonium compound shows excellent tolerance to hard water and different pH levels.
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Bardac® 22
Chemical Name: Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
Function: Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Algal Agent, Biocide, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent
CAS Number: 7173-51-5
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance: BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms: DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride
Bardac® 22 Antimicrobial contains the active substance Didecyldimethyl- ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, algae and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and can be used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas, home care, product preservation and laundry sanitisers. This “fourth” generation quaternary ammonium compound shows excellent tolerance to hard water and different pH levels.
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Barquat® MB-80
Chemical Name: Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Function: Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant (Cationic), Biocide, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent
CAS Number: 68424-85-1
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance: BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms: Benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethylammonium chlorides, C12-16-alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chlorides
Barquat® MB-80 Antimicrobial contains the active substance C12-C16 Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non-ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. This “first” generation quaternary ammonium compound has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses.
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Geogard® 111A
INCI Name: Dehydroacetic Acid
Function: Fungistatic Agent, Preservative
Ingredient Origin: Synthetic
Benefit Claims: Preservation, Chemical Stability, Broad pH Stability, Compatibility, Superior Performance, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Bacterial
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Vegan, Not Tested on Animals, Cruelty-Free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sustainable, Non-GMO, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Organic, Clean at Sephora
Certifications & Compliance: ECOCERT, EU Compliant, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved, COSMOS, IECIC (China), Cruelty-Free, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Organic Certified
Geogard® 111A offer reliable anti-fungal efficacy at relatively low product use levels. Geogard® 111A is based on dehydroacetic acid (DHA); These preservatives have a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for many personal care and cosmetic applications. Test data of Geogard® 111A to parabens show higher efficacy and substantially better performance in low to neutral pH formulations.
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Cosmocil® CQ
INCI Name: Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
Function: Anti-Microbial Agent, Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin: Synthetic
Benefit Claims: Preservation, Chemical Stability, Broad pH Stability, Compatibility, Tasteless, Low Foaming, Sunlight Stability, Antimicrobial, Reduces Stickiness, Conditioning, Anti-Bacterial, Neutral Color, Low Volatility
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Vegan, Halal, VOC-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sustainable, Odor-free, Non-GMO, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Organic
Certifications & Compliance: EU Compliant, Halal, IECIC (China), EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant
Cosmocil® CQ is a broad spectrum, fast-acting antibacterial. A 20% aqueous solution of poly(hexamethylenebiguanide) hydrochloride, also known as PHMB, Cosmocil® CQ is an effective preservative for personal care formulations, active against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
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Bardac® 2240
Function: Anti-Microbial Agent
Chemical Family: Halogenated Compounds, Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance: BPR Supported
End Uses: Disinfectant Products
Synonyms: DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride
Bardac® 2240 Antimicrobials contain the active substance Didecyldimethyl ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated to- gether with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has a broad antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and is used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas and medical devices. Single-active DDAC products are available at different active concentrations and solvent combinations.
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Glydant Plus® Liquid
INCI Name: DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Function: Preservative, Anti-Microbial Agent, Fungistatic Agent, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin: Synthetic
Benefit Claims: Preservation, Low Odor, Broad pH Stability, Compatibility, Skin Protection, Sunlight Stability, Cost Effective, Anti-Fungal, Easy To Use, Color Stability, Easy To Handle, Anti-Bacterial, Temperature stability
Labeling Claims: Halal, Formaldehyde-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Sustainable, Non-GMO, Environmentally Friendly, Natural, Organic
Certifications & Compliance: EU Compliant, Halal, IECIC (China), EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant
Glydant Plus® Liquid is a synergistic preservation system that combines two well-known and traditional chemistries for personal care. The combination of DMDM Hydantoin and Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate allow for a dual mode of action, offering broad spectrum efficacy. These chemistries been used in personal care for years. This product contains the same amount of active ingredient as Lonza’s Glydant Plus® but is offered as a liquid form.
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Bardac
Applications: Auto Care, Surface Care, Institutional & Catering
Product Families: Carriers & Supports, Water Treatment Additives, Microbial Control & Preservatives
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Blends & Combinations, Halogenated Compounds
End Uses: Sludge Cleaners, Disinfectant Products, Sanitizers
Bardac® is a range of antimicrobials with quaternary ammonium compound active ingredients such as Didecyldimethylammonium chloride (DDAC) and/or Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride. They are suitable for use in Industrial and Institutional settings such as food processing, Food service, Institutional kitchens, veterinary and healthcare.
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Barquat
Applications: Other Home Care Applications, Surface Care, Institutional & Catering
Product Families: Biocides & Enzymes, Water Treatment Additives, Microbial Control & Preservatives
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Blends & Combinations
End Uses: Sludge Cleaners, Disinfectant Products, Sanitizers
Barquat® Antimicrobials contain the active substance Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non-ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. ADBAC has a broad antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses. ADBAC maintains its efficacy across a broad pH-range. Single-active ADBAC products are available at different active concentrations, C-chain distributions and solvent combinations.
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Geogard Preservatives
Applications: Color Cosmetics, Wipes, Tissue & Towel, Oral Care
Product Families: Antioxidants & Preservatives, Functionals
INCI Name: Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Benzyl Alcohol
End Uses: Wet Wipes, Shampoos & Rinses, Body Cream
Arxada’s Geogard® line is a product platform, offering a wide variety of single-active and blended preservative solutions, capable of providing effective product protection whilst avoiding use of traditional and/or more controversial chemistries. This line of innovative solutions is further characterized by its provision of products with acceptance by organizations such as ECOCERT, COSMOS, the Soil Association and NATRUE.
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Proxel
Applications: Industrial Cleaning, Vehicle & Machinery, Auto Care
Product Families: Microbial Control & Preservatives, Microbial Control & Preservation, Preservatives & Antimicrobials
Chemical Family: Isothiazolinones, Blends & Combinations, Benzisothiazoles
End Uses: Waterborne Adhesive, Cleaning Wipes, Cleaners
1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one or BIT (CAS: 2634-33-5), the primary active ingredient in Arxada's Proxel® range, is widely recognized as one of the most versatile, compatible and trusted broad spectrum preservative solutions available for the Home Care market. Aside from single-active products based on BIT alone, the Proxel® range also encompasses cost-effective and specialist blends with carefully-identified co-actives providing flexibility of choice for difficult-to-preserve systems. Proxel® GXL and Proxel® AQ have been pre-approved by the EPA for use in Safer Choice labeled products and have been reviewed by NSF International’s Sustainability Program. For consumers the Safer Choice logo provides recognition that the product has been evaluated for its effect on the environment and human health. Utilizing ingredients that are considered the safest in their class. Safety without sacrificing quality or performance.
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Amphoterge Amphoteric Surfactants
Applications: Surface Care, Dish Care, Other Home Care Applications
Product Families: Amphoteric Surfactants, Performance Additives, Soaps & Surfactants
Chemical Family: Imidazolines
End Uses: Detergents
A range of amphoteric surfactants that are compatible with most personal care ingredients. Amphoterge™ surfactants, which can be used in salt-free systems, are capable of imparting a full range of foaming characteristics.
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Geogard Ultra Preservatives
Applications: Other Personal Hygiene Applications, Hand Hygiene, Skin Care
Product Families: Antioxidants & Preservatives, Functionals
INCI Name: Calcium Gluconate, Sodium Benzoate, Gluconolactone
End Uses: Body Wash, Body Cream, Wet Wipes
Geogard Ultra® is a patented natural broad spectrum preservative, consisting of a synergistic blend of Gluconolactone (CAS: 90-80-2) and Sodium Benzoate (CAS: 532-32-1). The synergy between these two ingredients makes this preservative unique, allowing for its broad spectrum efficacy. Geogard Ultra® benefits from a wide range of global regulatory acceptance, is easy to formulate and is ECOCERT/COSMOS accepted, NATRUE and Soil Association approved.Often organic acids require a co-preservative or an additional booster to provide an optimal performance, as they are too weak on their own. In this blend, the Gluconolactone (polyhydroxy acid or PHA) works in conjunction with the sodium benzoate to perform as an efficient preservative booster. The gluconolactone works by slowly releasing gluconic acid over time, which helps contribute to the preservation effect.
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SYNETH Polyglyceryl Esters
Applications: Hair Care, Beauty & Care, Skin Care
Product Families: Amphoteric Surfactants, Nonionic Surfactants, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants
Chemical Family: Glycerol Esters & Derivatives, Stearates, Fatty Acid Esters
INCI Name: Polyglyceryl-10 Decaoleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
End Uses: Facial Moisturizer, Facial Cleanser, Shampoos & Rinses
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Clean at Sephora
Benefit Claims: Cleansing, Versatility, Emulsion Stabiliser
SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters is our collection of multi-functional ester surfactants and emulsifiers. Each technology provides a unique benefit to your skin or hair care product, providing your customers with an ex- citing way to experience and interact with your brand. Whether it is a luxurious face lotion or a hair cleaning system, let us show you how our naturally derived SYNETH™ Polyglyceryl Esters can help you achieve the success your brand deserves.
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Cosmocil Preservatives
Applications: Other Beauty & Care, Hand Hygiene, Skin Care
Product Families: Antioxidants & Preservatives, Functionals
INCI Name: Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
End Uses: Body Wash, Sunscreen Lotion, Around Eye Gel
Effective preservative for personal care formulations, active against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
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DANTOGARD
Applications: Surface Care, Auto Care, Dish Care
Product Families: Microbial Control & Preservatives, Functional Additives
Chemical Family: Thiazolinic Derivatives, Heterocyclic Compounds, Chemical Mixtures & Blends
End Uses: Hand Soap, Laundry Detergents, Hand Dishwash
Arxada's Dantogard™ Preservatives range remains one of the most advanced high performance preservative blends produced to date and is compatible in a wide range of aqueous formulations including surfactants, household and industrial cleaning products, and dish detergents to name a few.