Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Carrier
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Composition
Approximately 16 weight percent Dimethicone Crosspolymer in Isododecane.
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Highlights
- Clear to slightly translucent crosslinked silicone elastomer gel
- Compatible with a variety of organic ingredients
- Provides dry smoothness and a light, silky, non-greasy skin feel
- Low transfer in anhydrous color cosmetic formulations
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Sun Care Applications
- Application Information
Disperse the oil phase into DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend using simple mixing. There is no need for post-shearing. This product provides isododecane which has already been thickened and can provide a novel form of delivery for other formulation components. Thickening of formulations can be achieved using a cold process.
Isododecane may cause skin irritation upon repeated and prolonged exposures. Proper dilution of this product into consumer personal care end products is recommended.
- Formulation Tips
DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend may be formulated into oil-in-water emulsions, water-in-silicone emulsions, water-in-oil emulsions and anhydrous products.
- It may be added to the oil phase or silicone phase in an emulsion formulation.
- It may be post-added to emulsions provided the emulsion is viscous enough for the DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend to be dispersed.
- For ease of use, its viscosity may be reduced by blending with a compatible organic solvent.
- It may be formulated with organic oils and silicon-based materials with the use of mixers and may be subjected to high shear devices such as homogenizers and sonolators.
- It is dispersible in a variety of liquid oils.
- Because the elastomer is stable, DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend may be subjected to heat for a short duration. When heat is used, the material should be processed in an enclosed vessel to prevent the isododecane from volatilizing; the vessel should be inerted at temperatures over 40°C (104°F).
- Processing
DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend is a viscous product that exhibits shear thinning behavior. The following information will aid in the selection of the proper equipment to use when processing DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend out of a drum.
- Pump Recommendation
GRACO BULLDOG 10:1 Pump with follower plate.
Customer-specific Pump Design Considerations
- Pressure and flow requirements
- Air supply pressure: Will depend on plant’s air supply capabilities.
- Discharge pressure: Will depend on total pressure required to move the silicone organic blend from point A to point B. Pressure drops due to elevation, frictional losses within the piping, fittings, valves, filters, etc., will need to be considered.
- Flow requirements: Will depend on how quickly the user wishes to transfer the silicone organic blend from a 208 liter (55 gallon) drum into a vessel.
- Material viscosity in cP at the application temperature DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend is shear thinning. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the effective viscosity based on the user’s application. Once the material is pushed through the pump by the follower plate and processed in the pump, the product will shear thin and process as a lower viscosity fluid.
- Construction material for wetted parts - Stainless steel is recommended but carbon steel may also be used.
- Construction material for seals and gaskets - VITON or TEFLON materials are recommended.
Clean-up
Isododecane which dilutes the viscosity of DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend to water-thin, is recommended for soaking or cleaning equipment. Other non-polar solvents may work as well.
- Pressure and flow requirements
- Limitations
This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Crystal clear to slightly translucent gel. May have slight amber color. Free of particulate matter.
- Typical Properties
- Compatibility
Table 1: Compatibility with selected fluids
Weight percent DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend Material 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
(Octinoxate)Very Hazy Very Hazy Very Hazy Slightly
HazyClear Clear Octocrylene
(Octocrilene)Not Tested Not Tested Not
CompatibleCloudy Hazy Slightly
HazyEthylhexyl Salicylate (Octisalate) Hazy Slightly
HazyClear Clear Clear Clear C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Not Tested Not Tested Hazy Slightly
HazySlightly
HazyClear Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Not Tested Hazy Slightly
HazyClear Clear Clear Table 2: Additional Compatibility Information
Weight percent DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone
Organic BlendMaterial 10% 50% 75% 90% Isopropyl Palmitate Not Compatible Not Compatible Not Tested Compatible Lauryl Alcohol Not Compatible Not Compatible Not Tested Compatible Oleyl Alcohol Not Compatible Not Compatible Not Tested Hazy Mineral Oil Not Compatible Not Compatible Hazy Compatible Sunflower Oil Not Compatible Not Compatible Not Compatible Hazy PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Not Compatible Not Compatible Not Tested Compatible PPG-15 Stearyl Ether Not Tested Not Tested Not Compatible Not Tested Squalane Not Tested Not Tested Hazy Not Tested Ethanol Not Tested Not Tested Not Compatible Not Tested XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 350 cSt Not Tested Not Tested Not Compatible Not Tested
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Viscosity | 300,000 - 550,000 | mm²/s | — |
| Non-Volatile Content | 15.25 - 16.75 | % | — |
| Cyclopentasiloxane Content | max. 1 | % | — |
| Cyclotetrasiloxane Content | max. 1 | % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Technical Details & Test Data
- Technical Data
Figure 1: Volatility at ambient conditions
Figure 2: Dilution Curve for DOWSIL(TM) EL-8040 ID Silicone Organic Blend in Isododecane
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
- Packaging
- This product is available in 12.5 kg pails and 150 kg drums.
- Samples are available in 0.35 kg cans.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
- Storage Conditions
When stored at or below 40°C (104°F) in the original unopened containers, this product has a usable life of 24 months from the date of production.