DOWSIL(TM) - 979 Emulsion - Dow - Amodimethicone

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Amodimethicone,
C11-15 Alketh-12,
C11-15 Alketh-7
Ingredient Origin: Synthetic
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Conditioner,
Emulsifier
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Color Protection,
Ease of Formulation,
Fast Drying,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Hair Conditioning,
Improves Hydrophobic Properties,
Long Lasting,
Manageability,
Natural Look,
Prevents Hair Breakage,
Reduces Yellowing,
Sensory Enhancement,
Shine & Radiance
Labeling Claims: Allergen-free,
BSE-free,
CMR Substances-free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Halal,
Irradiation-free,
Non-Carcinogenic,
Non-GMO,
Non-Mutagenic,
Non-Toxic,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Palm Oil-free,
Sulfate-free,
TSE-free
Product Highlights: Superior conditioning with natural look

Effective at low use levels

Ease of formulation

Enhanced wet & dry combing

Reduced dry friction

Enhanced sensory profile

Reduced hair breakage

Long-lasting hydrophobicity

Fast drying

Effective deposition

Color protection

Improved hair alignment

Heat protection

Shine

Non-yellowing in formulation

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care
Application Format: Leave On,
Rinse Off
Hair Care Applications: Hair Coloring Gel,
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Styling Products,
Shampoos & Rinses
Use Level: 1 - 6wt% (0.5 - 3% Active Silicone)
Applications: Areas of potential use for DOWSIL(TM) 979 Emulsion encompass a wide range of cosmetic and toiletry applications such as:

Rinse-off conditioners

Shampoos

Sulfate-free shampoos

Leave-on conditioners

Styling conditioners

Hair colorants
Formulation Tips: DOWSIL(TM) 979 Emulsion can be easily added to aqueous based formulations.

To optimize the dispersion of DOWSIL(TM) 979 Emulsion into the final formulation, it is recommended to add it slowly at the end of the process at a temperature below 40°C (104°F) with continuous mixing or stirring.
Limitations: This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses.

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 25°C, Brookfield RV, Spindle #4 at 100 RPM)	approx. 1200	cP	CTM 0050
Silicone Content	approx. 50	wt%	CTM 0862
pH Value	approx. 6	—	CTM 0007
Emulsifier Type	Non - ionic	—	—
Particle Size (D50, Malvern)	max. 0.5	μM	CTM 0957
D4, D5, D6 Cyclics Content	max. 0.1	wt%	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: Directive 2011/65/EC amended through EU/2015/863 (RoHS),
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
Halal,
REACH (Europe),
SVHC Compliant
Chemical Inventories: AIIC (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Safety & Health

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.

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 1.5 years
Storage Conditions: When stored between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) in the original unopened containers, this product has a usable life of 1.5 years from the date of production.

This product is susceptible to microbial contamination. Please use appropriate storage and handling procedures to prevent contamination.