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DOWSIL(TM) PMX-1507 Fluid

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DOWSIL(TM) PMX-1507 Fluid is an ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol delivered in a volatile dimethicone carrier fluid. In hair applications it provides smoothness, slipperiness, and heat protection. In skin care applications this product provides film barrier properties with a long lasting lubricious and velvety skin feel.

INCI Name: Dimethicone, Dimethiconol

Ingredient Origin: Non-Animal Origin, Synthetic

Functions: Conditioner

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, BSE-free, CMR Substances-free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Nanomaterials-free, Non-Carcinogenic, Non-GMO, Non-Mutagenic, Non-Toxic, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Palm Oil-free, Preservative-free, TSE-free, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Directive 2011/65/EC amended through EU/2015/863 (RoHS), EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Halal, IECIC (China), REACH (Europe), SVHC Compliant

Benefit Claims: Frizz Control, Good Dry Combing, Good Heat Shock Protection, Good Wet Combing, Hair Conditioning, Shine & Radiance, Smooth Feel, Split Ends Repair, Volumizing

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Provides smoothness and slipperiness to hair
  • Conditions hair
  • Similar sensory on hair to XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1501 Fluid
  • Heat protection

Applications & Uses

Applications

Areas of potential use for DOWSIL(TM) PMX-1507 Fluid encompass a wide range of cosmetic and toiletry applications such as:

  • Hair Care
  • Skin Care
  • Color Cosmetics
Formulation Tips
  • Emulsion Products:
    • DOWSIL(TM) PMX-1507 Fluid can be incorporated directly into the oil phase of the formulation.
  • Non-Emulsion Products:
    • It is recommended to add cosmetic ingredients to the silicone and not vice versa as often ultra-high molecular weight dimethiconol is incompatible with other cosmetic ingredients.
Limitations

This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear fluid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Non-Volatile Content17.5 - 19.5%
Viscosity (at 25°C)5,200 - 8,400cPs
Refractive Index1.3928
Flash Pointmin. 110°C
Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Contentmax. 0.1%
Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) Contentmax. 0.1%
Cyclohexasiloxane (D6) Contentmax. 0.1%
Compatibility

Compatibility with common personal care materials

  Silicone Gum Blend:Solvent
XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1501 Fluid DOWSIL(TM) PMX-1507 Fluid
9:1 1:1 1:9 9:1 1:1 1:9
Esters            
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Compatible Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Isopropyl Myristate Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Compatible Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Isopropyl Palmitate Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Octylpalmitate Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Compatible Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Isodecyl Neopentanoate Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Fatty Alcohols/Acids            
Octyldodecanol Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Hydrocarbons            
Mineral Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Isohexadecane Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Isododecane Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
C11-13 Isoparaffin Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Hydrophillics            
Water Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Propylene Glycol Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Ethanol 200 Proof Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Compatible Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Vegetable Oils            
Almond Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Castor Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Coconut Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Jojoba Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Sesame Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Sunflower Oil Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Silicones            
Dimethicone, 2 cSt Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Dimethicone, 5 cSt Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Dimethicone, 350 cSt Compatible Compatible Compatible Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Cyclopentasiloxane Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Cetyl Dimethicone Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

Phenyl Trimethicone Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Caprylyl Methicone Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Bio-Derived            
C13-15 Alkane Not Compatible / Separation Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Undecane (and) Tridecane Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation Not Compatible / Separation

Not Compatible / Separation

C15-19 Alkane Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible

Regulatory & Compliance

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

Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Product should be stored at or below 32 ̊C (90 ̊F) in original, unopened containers.