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Dow North America Fluid AP

Dow North America Fluid AP is a low-viscosity fluid that provides emolliency, solvency, and slip. This product can be used to formulate roll-on, stick, and aerosol antiperspirants. It delivers a smooth feel while assisting with the spreadability of antiperspirant actives.

INCI Name: PPG-14 Butyl Ether

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Functions: Emollient, Slip Agent

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, BSE-free, Buy Now, CMR Substances-free, GMO-free, Halal, Kosher, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Palm Oil-free, TSE-free

Certifications & Compliance: EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Halal, Kosher, REACH (Europe), SVHC Compliant

Benefit Claims: Conditioning, Emolliency, Enhanced Slip, Low Viscosity, Moisturizing, Non-Irradiated, Pigment Wetting, Sensory Enhancement, Shine & Radiance, Smooth Feel, Solvency, Spreadability, Volumizing

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Features
  • Emolliency
  • Solvency
  • Slip
  • Pigment wetting

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Color Cosmetic Applications
Skin Care Applications
Product Applications
  • APDO
  • Body wash
  • Sunscreens
  • Antiperspirants & deodorants
  • Skin creams and lotions
  • Foundations
  • Bath oils
  • Shampoos
  • Conditioners

Properties

Appearance
Liquid, colorless to yellow
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (16.7 % in isopropanol/water, 10:6)5.0 - 8.5
Viscosity (at 25°C)85 - 105cPsASTM D445
Water Solubility (at 20°C)max. 0.5%Visual
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.978 - 1.008ASTMD 4052
Acid Numbermax. 0.30mg/gDOWM 100387
Water Contentmax. 0.10wt%ASTM E203

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in the following material(s): 316 stainless steel. Carbon steel. Glass-lined container. Polypropylene. Polyethylene-lined container. Stainless steel. Teflon. This material may soften and lift certain paint and surface coatings. Use product promptly after opening. Store in original unopened container. Unopened containers of material stored beyond the recommended shelf life should be retested against the sales specifications before use.