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DOWSIL(TM) 5-7113 Silicone Quat Microemulsion

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DOWSIL(TM) 5-7113 Silicone Quat Microemulsion is a 22% nonionic emulsion containing a quaternized amino-functional silicone polymer. This formulation is designed as a conditioning additive for hair care products, including shampoos, conditioners, and styling aids. The product facilitates easy formulation and maintains stability upon dilution.

INCI Name: Butyloctanol, Silicone Quaternium-16, Undeceth-11, Undeceth-5

Functions: Conditioner, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Labeling Claims: Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: California Proposition 65

Benefit Claims: Color Protection, Conditioning, Ease of Styling, Enhanced Slip, Fly Away Reducing, Good Dry Combing, Good Heat Shock Protection, Good Wet Combing, Hair Conditioning, Hair Repair, Prevents Hair Breakage, Protection From Environmental Damage, Shine Enhancing, Smoothing, Specific Sensory Performance, Static Reduction, Strengthening, Thermal Protection, Volume Expansion

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits

DOWSIL™ 5-7113 Silicone Quat Microemulsion delivers multiple benefits in hair care applications. It provides excellent wet and dry conditioning with added benefits of volume, shine, reduced drying time, color protection, heat protection and reduction of hair breakage.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Use Level
2 - 8%
Usage Method

To optimize the dispersion of DOWSIL(TM) 5-7113 Silicone Quat Microemulsion into the final formulation, it is recommended to add it slowly at the end of the formulating procedure at a temperature below 40°C (104°F) with continuous mixing or stirring.
Recommended use levels for shampoo, conditioner and styling products is from 2 to 8%.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Translucent to transparent
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Non Volatile Content (Microwave, 5min/100% power)30.0 - 40.0%CTM0862
Transmittance0.0 - 150.0%CTM0232
Silicone Contentapprox. 22%w/w
Viscosity (at 25°C)10.0mm²/s
Emulsifier TypeNonionic
pH6 - 8
Suitable DiluentWater
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bacteria0 - 10CFU/mLCTM0219C
Yeast and Mould Count0 - 10CFU/mLCTM0219C

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Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

Multiple packaging sizes are available for this product.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
540 days
Storage Condition
  • All Approved Packaging
  • Protect from freezing
  • Store above 5°C/40°F

When stored between 5°C and 40°C in the original unopened containers, this product has a shelf life of 18 months.