XIAMETER(TM) PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend

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XIAMETER(TM) PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend is a volatile polydimethylcyclosiloxane composed of cyclohexasiloxane and cyclopentasiloxane. It can be used as a volatile carrier fluid with excellent spreading, easy rub out, silky skin feel, and good compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients. The product is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless, non-greasy, and non-stinging.

INCI Name: Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Functions: Carrier

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Buy Now, CMR Substances-free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Palm Oil-free, Porcine-free, Preservative-free, Residues-free, SVHC Chemicals-free, Solvent-free, TSE-free, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Halal, REACH (Europe)

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Degreasing, Detangling, Good Wet Combing, Low Surface Tension, Lubricating, No Build Up, Non-Occlusive, Non-Staining, Non-Tacky, Rub Resistant, Sensory Enhancement, Spreadability, White Residue Reduction

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Chemical Structure

 

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend - Chemical Structure

Cyclopentasiloxane (D5)

 

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend - Chemical Structure - 1

Cyclohexasiloxane (D6)

 

Features & Benefits

Key Attributes
  • Volatile carrier
  • Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients
  • Low surface tension
  • Excellent spreading
  • Leaves no residue or build up
  • Detackification
Product Highlights for Automotive Application
  • Volatile, low-viscosity fluids designed for use as carriers, high performance non-VOC solvents and cleaning aids in a wide range of automotive polish formulations.
  • Effective wetting properties deliver actives to the automotive surface.
  • Slip, water repellency and gloss characteristics are present for a limited time.
  • Replace mineral seal oil in rinse aids.
  • Effective microemulsions can be achieved when combined with silicone surfactants.

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Color Cosmetic Applications
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Hair Care Applications
Nail Care Applications
Compatibility Chart

Results from heating the ingredients to approximately 80°C (176°F) (care has to be taken as silicone fluid is above its flash point). All other results obtained at 25°C (77°F).

Type of Material  
Water Incompatible
Ethanol (200 proof) Compatible
Glycerine Incompatible
Octyl methoxy cinnamate Compatible
Waxes  
Stearyl alcohol Compatible
Beeswax Compatible
Paraffin wax Compatible
Myristyl myristate Compatible
Stearic acid Compatible
Hydrocarbons  
Mineral oil Compatible
Petrolatum Compatible
Isododecane Compatible
Isopar H Compatible
Polydecene Compatible
Oils  
Almond oil Compatible
Castor oil Incompatible
Jojoba oil Compatible
Soybean oil Compatible
Sunflower oil Compatible
Esters  
Isopropyl myristate Compatible
Isopropyl palmitate Compatible
Octyl palmitate Compatible
C12-C15 Alcohol benzoate Compatible
Capric/caprylic triglycerides Compatible
Octyldodecanol Compatible
Oleyl alcohol Compatible
Silicones  
Dimethicone, 350 mm2s1 Compatible
Pheyl trimethicone Compatible
Stearyl dimethicone Compatible
Cetyl dimethicone Compatible
Recommended Applications
  • A base fluid in a number of personal care products, with excellent spreading, easy rub-out and lubrication properties and unique volatility characteristics.
  • Antiperspirants, deodorants, hair sprays, cleansing creams, skin creams, lotions, bath oils, suntan and shaving products, make-up, and nail polishes.
  • Can also be used as an additive to powder make-up, colognes and pre-shaves.
  • In sticks, it has the right balance between volatility and spreading.
Usage

XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend may be used alone or blended with other cosmetic fluids to provide a fluid base for a variety of cosmetic ingredients.

It features good solubility in most anhydrous alcohols and in many cosmetic solvents. XIAMETER™ PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend is a volatile fluid with appreciable vapor pressure at ambient temperature.

Figure gives typical vapor pressure vs temperature data for fluids along with those for water and ethanol. The data given should be helpful in determining volatility range and in calculating the partial pressure of the silicone in a formulated system.

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-0345 Cyclosiloxane Blend - Usage

Vapor pressure vs temperature of volatile Silicone fluids (and several common fluids).

Note that the pentamer component (D5) evaporates at a faster rate than the hexamer component (D6).

By using blends of cyclomethicones this difference in volatility can be used to vary the residence time of the silicone on the skin.
Unlike other volatile carriers used in the personal care industry, volatile silicone fluids do not cool the skin when they evaporate. This is a consequence of their unusually low heat of vaporization.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Content (at 105°C, 2g, 1h, Al Cup)99.85 - 100.00%Corporate Test Method 0208
D3 (Chromatogram 0555)0.00 - 0.50%Corporate Test Method 0053
D4 (Chromatogram 0992)0.000 - 0.099%Corporate Test Method 0839
D5 (Chromatogram 0555)60.00 - 70.00%Corporate Test Method 0053
D6 (Chromatogram 0555)30.00 - 40.00%Corporate Test Method 0053
D7 through D10 (Chromatogram 0555)0.00 - 2.00%Corporate Test Method 0053
Acid Number0.0000 - 0.0100mg KOH/g
Specific Gravity (at 25°C/15.6°C)0.954 - 0.961
Color0 - 35APHA
Viscosity4.0 - 8.0cSt
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.398
Surface Tension (at 25°C)20.8mN/m
Flash Point77.0°CClosed cup
Freeze Pointmax. -50°C
Boiling Point (at 760 mm Hg)217.0°C
Water Content250.0ppm
Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Contentmax. 0.1%
Heat of Vaporization (at 25°C)155kJ/kg
Heat of Vaporization (at 25°C)155.0kJ/kg

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
900 Days
Usable Life and Storage
  • Product should be stored at or below 25°C (77°F) in the original unopened containers.
  • Care should be taken when handling volatile fluids at temperatures 10°C below the quoted flash point.
  • As with any flammable material, containers should be kept tightly closed and away from heat, sparks, open flames, and other sources of ignition.