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DOWSIL(TM) 9566 Silicone Elastomer Blend

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DOWSIL(TM) 9566 Silicone Elastomer Blend offers a range of features and benefits that make it an ideal choice for various cosmetic applications. This blend provides a silky feel upon application and is easy to incorporate into formulations. It has a translucent paste-gel consistency, which imparts a matte look to products and reduces tackiness, resulting in increased smoothness on the skin.

INCI Name: Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Functions: Carrier, Sensory Additive, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Irradiation-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Palm Oil-free, Porcine-free, Preservative-free, TSE-free, Vegan

Benefit Claims: Ease of Formulation, Good Rheological Properties, Mattifying Effect, Non-Tacky, Sensory Enhancement, Silky Feel, Smooth Feel

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
How to Use
  • DOWSILTM 9566 Silicone Elastomer Blend can be incorporated directly with other oil-phase ingredients in the production of emulsion products.
  • No special heating is required as the product is easily dispersed in a variety of silicone/oil components.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Straw colored, translucent
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (Cone/Plate, RV, Spindle CP-52, at 1 RPM)20000 - 60000cPCTM0050 (Midland testing only)
Non Volatile Content (2g, at 150°C, 2h, Al Cup)36 - 43%CTM0208
Heavy Metal Contentmax. 20ppm
Arsenic Contentmax. 2ppm

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information
  • This product is available in 15 kg pails and 180 kg drums.
  • Samples are available in 1 kg bottles.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
540 Days
Storage Information

Store at or below room temperature in the original unopened containers. Avoid freezing.