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DOWSIL(TM) OFX-5329 Fluid

DOWSIL(TM) OFX-5329 Fluid is a polyether functional siloxane supplied at 100% actives. Based on its ability to reduce surface tension, DOWSIL(TM) OFX-5329 Fluid can be used to prepare oil-in-water and silicone-in-water emulsions with improved esthetics such as faster absorption, better spreading, and a lighter feel. It will also impart esthetic benefits when added to neat skin and hair care formulations.

Brand: DOWSIL(TM) (77 products)

INCI Name: PEG-12 Dimethicone

Functions: Emulsifier

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

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Key Attributes
  • Preparation of oil in water (O/W) or silicone in water emulsions
  • Soluble in ethanol
  • Water dispersible
  • Provides interfacial surface tension reduction
  • Imparts hydrophilicity and wetting
  • Emulsifies a variety of oils, including mineral oils, sunflower oils and silicone oils
  • Capable of forming silicone vesicles which provide ease of processing and combine the esthetic benefits of silicones with effective delivery
  • Provides detangling of wet hair
  • Provides dry hair with a soft feel
  • Provides O/W emulsions with better spreading, faster absorption, and a smoother, lighter feel than lotions formulated with organic emulsifiers

Applications & Uses

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Applications
Application Format
AP/Deo Applications
Recommended Applications
  • Silicone emulsifier designed for the preparation of oil in water and silicone in water emulsions.
How to Use

Stable oil-in-water and silicone-in-water emulsions can be prepared by direct aqueous addition with a recommended use level of about 4%.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.03
Flash Point76.6°C
Cyclotetrasiloxane Contentmax. 1%
Color (APHA)max. 200CTM0005
Viscosity (Capillary, at 25°C)240 - 480cStCTM0004