EcoSense(TM) GL-60 HL Surfactant

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Glycolipids

Ingredient Origin

Non-Animal Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Emulsifier,

Emulsifier (W/O),

Surfactant,

Surfactant (Nonionic)

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants

Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers

Nonionic Surfactants

Chemical Structure

The general structure for the lactone component of EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant is shown in figure

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Easy To Handle,

Emulsifying,

Low Foaming,

Low Toxicity,

Non-Irradiated,

Solubilizing

Labeling Claims

Allergen-free,

Bio-based,

Biodegradable,

Buy Now,

CMR Substances-free,

Cold Processable,

Endocrine Disruptor-free,

Ethylene Oxide-free,

Formaldehyde releasing substances-free,

Halal,

Low Carbon Footprint (PCF),

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Non-Carcinogenic,

Non-GMO,

Non-Irritant,

Non-Mutagenic,

Not Listed In California Proposition 65,

Palm Oil-free,

Paraben-free,

SVHC Chemicals-free,

Solvent-free,

Vegan

Features & Benefits

• > 99% renewable materials
• > 60 percent biodegradation within 28 days per OECD 301F
• Highly concentrated
• Mild to the skin
• W/O emulsifier
• Cold processable, easy to handle
• Compatible with a broad range of surfactants and polymers, including cationic ingredients
• Low carbon footprint process
• Non-GMO
• Suitable for non-sulfate containing formulations / No intentionally added sulfate
• Low aquatic toxicity
• Low foaming

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Hand Hygiene,

Wipes, Tissue & Towel

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Rinse Off,

Serum,

Wipes

Bath & Shower Applications

Body Wash,

Shower Gels

Hair Care Applications

Hair Conditioner,

Shampoos & Rinses

Personal Hygiene Applications

Hand Soap,

Liquid Hand Soap

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion,

Face Cream,

Face Lotion,

Facial Cleanser,

Hand Cream,

Make Up Remover,

Micellar Water,

Skin Serums

Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications

Wet Wipes

Formulation and Use Guidelines

• This product cold-processable and can be incorporated directly into formulations by simple blending.
• The optimal formulation pH range of EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant is 5.5~7.0, it has limited water solubility at pH below 5.0.
• The preferred order of addition in aqueous formulations is as follows:
  1. Mix water with the other surfactants.
  2. Add EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant to the solution.
  3. Add other ingredients and adjust the pH.
• Recommended use levels - total content of sophorolipids in the formulation:
  • Rinse-off: from 1 to 6 % active content
  • Leave-on: 0.5~5% (active) - with exceptions of
    1. Body lotion/cream: max 4% active content
    2. Close to eyes: max 3% active content

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

amber liquid, Translucent to clear

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Sophorolipids Content	50 - 55	%	—
Solids Content	53 - 60	wt%	—
Lactone (Dry Active)	min. 53	%	—
Acid (Dry Active)	max. 47	%	—
pH (0.1% solution)	4 - 5	—	ASTM E70
Density	1.04 - 1.09	g/mL	—
Natural Origin Index	min. 99	%	ISO 16128

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

CFDA Compliant (China),

Halal,

ISO 16128

Chemical Inventories

AIIC (Australia),

DSL (Canada),

EINECS (EU),

ENCS (Japan),

IECSC (China),

KECI (Korea),

NZIoC (New Zealand),

PICCS (Phillipines),

TCSI (Taiwan),

TSCA (USA)

Technical Details & Test Data

Features of EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant

The following graphs feature the foaming and viscosity behavior of EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant under different conditions. Please note that performance may vary to some extent according to specific formulations.

Sophorolipids Foaming in Sulfate-free Shampoo : EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant delivers a low foaming performance versus synthetic surfactants, however, as co-surfactant, at 3% EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant does not compromise foaming/viscosity performance (Figure 1 and 2).

Figure 1: Foaming performance in non-sulfate containing system (active %): 9% Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, 3% Cocamidopropyl Betaine, 3% EcoSense™ GL-60 HL/HA Surfactants, 0.2% UCARE™ JR30M Polymer, 2.5% Carbopol SF-1.

Sulfate-free Shampoo Viscosity with Sophorolipids : Typical values, not to be construed as specifications. Users should confirm results by their own tests.

Figure 2: Viscosity behavior in non-sulfate containing shampoo formulation (active %): 9% Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, 3% Cocamidopropyl Betaine, 3% EcoSense™ GL-60 HL/HA Surfactants (SL), 0.2% UCARE™ JR30M Polymer, 2.5% Carbopol SF-1.

Mildness Results-Zein Test : EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant is milder to the skin compared to SLES and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CapB) and similar to Alkyl Polyglucosides. In-vitro mildness evaluation results such using a Zein test confirm the mildness of EcoSense™ GL-60 HL Surfactant.(Figure 3).

Figure 3: In-Vitro Zein test results of surfactant at 3% and 6% active

Typical values, not to be construed as specifications. Users should confirm results by their own tests.

Limitations

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

Packaging & Availability

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.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

1 Year

Storage Information

Product can be stored in a sealed container in a cool temperature (5~30°C). Avoid freezing or overheating. Keep container tightly sealed.