XIAMETER(TM) MEM-0949 Emulsion

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XIAMETER™ MEM-0949 Emulsion is a versatile solution for hair treatment products. Easily incorporated into formulations, this emulsion is water-dilutable, making it convenient to use. It reduces combing time on wet hair and imparts a lightweight effect on dried hair. Ideal for leave-on and styling products, it serves as an exceptional conditioning additive. Additionally, it's suitable for various applications, including perms and colorants, making it a multi-purpose choice.

INCI Name: Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12

Ingredient Origin: Non-Animal Origin

Functions: Conditioner

Labeling Claims: APEO-free, Allergen-free, BSE-free, Buy Now, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Preservative-free, TSE-free, Vegan

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

Benefit Claims: Color Protection, Dilution Stability, Ease of Formulation, Good Dry Combing, Good Heat Shock Protection, Good Wet Combing, Light Feel, Shine & Radiance, Volumizing

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Easy to formulate into hair treatment products
  • Dilutable in water
  • Reduced combing time on wet hair
  • Does not give a heavy effect on dried hair

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Applications
  • A very good conditioning additive especially when formulated into leave-on and styling products
  • Can be used to formulate other types of products such as perms and colorants
  • Conditioning agent
Compatibility

XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion can be formulated into systems containing different types of surfactants: anionic, cationic and non-ionic.

Application Information

To optimize the dispersion of XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion into the final formulation, it is recommended to add it slowly at the end of the procedure at a temperature below 40°C (104°F) with continuous mixing or stirring. Recommended use levels for conditioners is 5% and styling products 0.5 to 5.0%.

ATTENTION: Sample formulations are provided for illustrative purposes only. Dow does not warrant their merchantability, fitness for use, performance, efficacy, safety or freedom from patent infringement. They are not commercial formulations and have not been subjected to extensive testing. It is your responsibility to thoroughly test any formulation before use.

Limitations

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

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Uniform, free flowing, white liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Amine Values0.0700 - 0.0950meq/gCTM0094, Potentiometric
Silicone Content35.0%w/w
pH (at 25°C)7.00 - 8.50CTM0007
Viscosity (at 25°C)5.0mm²/s
Emulsifier TypeCationic
Non Volatile Content (Microwave, 6min/100% power)33.00 - 37.00%CTM0862
Suitable DiluentWater
Contamination, Stability Centrifuge, Type B0.0 - 0.1%CTM0258A
Cream, Stability Centrifuge, Type B0.0 - 0.1%CTM0258A
Surface Oil, Stability Centrifuge, Type B0.0 - 0.1%CTM0258A
Settling, Stability Centrifuge, Type B0.0 - 0.1%CTM0258A
Amino Potentiometric0.0700 - 0.0950meq/gCTM0927
Microbiological Evaluation Bacteriamax. 10CFU/mLCTM0219C
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Viable Countmax. 10CFU/mLCTM0219C
Yeast and Mould Countmax. 10CFU/mLCTM0219C
Bacteriamax. 10CFU/mLCTM0219C

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Technical Data

XIAMETER(TM) MEM-0949 Emulsion - Technical Data

Figure: Instron® wet combing evaluation – 1mg silicone applied to 2g hair tress.

Conditioning Benefits

The conditioning benefits of XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion have been demonstrated on the diluted product. Results are shown in Figure 1. In addition, XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion does not give a heavy effect on dried hair as demonstrated in Figure 2 via the curl retention test.

XIAMETER(TM) MEM-0949 Emulsion - Conditioning Benefits

Figure 1: Wet combing: 6% XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion in water.

 

XIAMETER(TM) MEM-0949 Emulsion - Conditioning Benefits - 1

Figure 2: Curl retention test : 6% XIAMETER MEM-0949 Emulsion in water.

Packaging & Availability

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

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
540 days
Storage Information

Product should be stored at or below 32°C (89.6°F) in original, unopened containers. This product is susceptible to microbial contamination. Please use appropriate storage and handling procedures to prevent contamination.