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DOWSIL(TM) 1686 Resin

DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin is a liquid polysilsesquioxane resin that can be used to create skin care formulations that provide radiance and shine. It also contributes to color value medium and comfortable wear to make up. The product may be used in hair care formulations to provide enhanced shine and frizz control. Features & Benefits Shine / gloss Improved color value Spreadability/uniformity, detackifier Pigment dispersion aid Compatible with organic ingredients Shine, frizz control (hair care) Not made from animal source/origin

Brand: DOWSIL(TM) (77 products)

INCI Name: Polyphenylsilsesquioxane

Functions: Dispersant

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Buy Now, Metal-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Preservative-free, TSE-free, Vegan

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Color Cosmetic Applications
Hair Care Applications
Applications
  • Skin care
  • Color cosmetics
  • Hair care
How to Use
  • DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin may be formulated into oil-in-water emulsions, water-in-silicone emulsions, water-in-oil emulsions, and anhydrous products.
  • DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin may be pre-mixed in an oil-phase. When mixing with the other ingredients in the oil phase, ensure that the oil phase is compatible and homogeneous.
  • DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin may also be posted added to emulsions provided the emulsion.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy colorless to light amber no significant particulate
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
D4/D5/D6 Levelmax. 0.1%-
Flash Point150°CClosed Cup
Non Volatile Contentmin. 90%-
Non Volatile Content (1.5g/150C/1h/Al Cup, forced draft)90.00 - 100.00%CTM0208
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.4950 - 1.5100-CTM0002
Specific Gravity (at 25°C/15.6°C)1.19g/mL-
Viscosity (at 25°C)1000 - 6000cSt-
Viscosity Capillary (at 25°C)1000 - 6000cStCTM0004
Typical Properties (Compatibility)

Specification Writers: These values are not intended for use in preparing specifications.

DOWSIL™ 1686 Resin
Solvent Compatibility (50:50) Compatibility (25:75)
Ethanol Translucent, clear, one phase Translucent, very hazy, one phase
DOWSIL™ 556 Cosmetic Fluid Colorless, clear, one phase Colorless, clear, one phase
XIAMETER™ PMX-200 Fluid, 2 cSt White, opaque, two phases White, opaque, two phases
Dicaprylyl Carbonate Colorless, clear, one phase Colorless, clear, one phase
Isododecane Translucent, very hazy, two phases Translucent, very hazy, two phases
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate Colorless, clear, one phase Colorless, clear, one phase
Ethylhexyl Salicylate Colorless, clear, one phase Colorless, clear, one phase
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Colorless, clear, one phase Colorless, clear, two phase
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Translucent, clear, one phase Translucent, very hazy, one phase

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
China regulatory status

Approved - listed in the Catalog of Cosmetic Ingredients

Technical Details & Test Data

Limitations

This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical
uses.

Safety & Health

Health and Environmental Information
  • To support customers in their product safety needs, Dow has an extensive Product Stewardship organization and a team of product safety and regulatory compliance specialists available in each area.
  • For further information, please see our website, dow.com or consult your local Dow representative.
Product Stewardship

Dow has a fundamental concern for all who make, distribute, and use its products, and for the environment in which we live. This concern is the basis for our product stewardship philosophy by which we assess the safety, health, and environmental information on our products and then take appropriate steps to protect employee and public health and our environment. The success of our product stewardship program rests with each and every individual involved with Dow products - from the initial concept and research, to manufacture, use, sale, disposal, and recycle of each product.

Customer Notice

Dow strongly encourages its customers to review both their manufacturing processes and their applications of Dow products from the standpoint of human health and environmental quality to ensure that Dow products are not used in ways for which they are not intended or tested. Dow personnel are available to answer your questions and to provide reasonable technical support. Dow product literature, including safety data sheets, should be consulted prior to use of Dow products. Current safety data sheets are available from Dow.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information
  • This product is available in 20 kg pails and 230 kg drums.
  • Samples are available in 500 ml bottles.

Storage & Handling

Handling Precautions
  • This product is not recommended for use in aerosol applications. Please refer to the linked Aerosol Guidance document, published by Silicones Environmental, Health, and Safety Center (SEHSC) for further information
  • Product safety information required for safe use is not included in this document. Before handling, read product and safety data sheets and container labels for safe use, physical and health hazard information. The safety data sheet is available on the dow website at dow.com, or from your dow sales application engineer, or distributor, or by calling dow customer service.
Usable Life and Storage

When stored in the original, unopened container, material has a useable life of 16 months
(480 days).

Disposal Considerations
  • Dispose in accordance with all local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Empty containers may contain hazardous residues. This material and its container must be disposed in a safe and legal manner.
  • It is the user’s responsibility to verify that treatment and disposal procedures comply with local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Contact your Dow Technical Representative for more information.
Storage and Shelf Life
Container Type Conditions of Handling Conditions of Storage Shelf Life Deterioration Characteristics
All Approved Packaging - - 900 Days -