CrystaSense™ Sapphire enables targeted delivery of thickened surfactant formulations in a sprayable format. The innovative 'Spray & Stick' technology delivers enhanced soil removal, due to improved surface contact time, with no loss in gloss to treated surfaces.
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Identification & Functionality
CrystaSense™ Sapphire Features & Benefits
- Thickener for aqueous alkaline formulations
- Increased surface contact time
- Enhanced soil removal
- Less rinsing required
- Thickening with surfactants
- Fast processing times
- Good suspending properties
Innovative technology to improve surface contact time and enhance soil removal
Satisfies consumer demands:
- Predictable dosing
- Quick and easy to apply
- Better soil removal
- Effortless cleaning
This means less time spent on the cleaning regime to accommodate for busier lifestyles
‘Spray & Stick’ technology
- Excellent shear thinning properties
- Targeted delivery from sprayable systems
- Improved surface contact time
- Effortless cleaning efficiency
No decrease in surface gloss and no residues left behind
- Excellent for cleaning high gloss surfaces
Exceptional suspension properties
- Eye catching formulations
- Suspension of performance boosting additives possible
Applications & Uses
Suspended beads were used to display the thickening efficiency of the formulation containing:
- 2% NatraSense AG-810
- 2% CrystaSense Sapphire RT 40˚C
Beads still suspended after 4 weeks when stored at both room temperature and 40˚C
Eye-catching formulations with endless possibilities
- Microencapsulated fragrances
- Surface modification additives
Properties
Technical Details & Test Data
Gloss testing:
- Tiles cleaned with 3 degreaser formulations
- Once dry gloss measurements taken using an x-rite glossmeter