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XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1403 Fluid

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XIAMETER(TM) PMX-1403 Fluid is a clear solution of ultra-high viscosity dimethiconol fluid in a low-viscosity dimethicone fluid. This product is suitable for vegans as it does not contain ingredients of animal origin. It is a silicone gum blend designed for hair care. It has a wide range of applications, including hand and body lotions, protective creams, color cosmetics, shower gels, sun creams and lotions, and moisturizing creams and lotions.

INCI Name: Dimethicone, Dimethiconol

Functions: Film Former, Water Repellent

Benefit Claims: Aesthethic Enhancement, Film Forming, Frizz Control, Good Dry Combing, Good Wet Combing, Imparts Lubricity, Low Viscosity, Non-Irradiated, Non-Occlusive, Shine Enhancing, Silky Feel, Split Ends Repair, Spreadability, Volumizing, Water Repellency

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Buy Now, CMR Substances-free, Formaldehyde-free, Halal, Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Non-Hazardous, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Pesticide-free, Porcine-free, Residues-free, Solvent-free, TSE-free, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Halal, REACH (Europe)

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits
  • Improves spreadability and application esthetics
  • Imparts a silky feel, lubricious feel to the skin
  • Provides water repellent, non-occlusive film

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Sun Care Applications
Compatibilty
Compatibility  
Type of material  
Water I
Ethanol (200 proof I
Propylene Glycol I
Octyl Methoxycinnamate Up to 9%
Hydrocarbons  
Mineral Oil Up to 59%
Isododecane C
Isopar H C
Oils  
Almond oil I
Castor oil I
Jojoba oil Up to 11%
Soybean oil Up to 3%
Sunflower oil Up to 4%
Esters  
Isopropyl Myristate C
Isopropyl Palmitate C
Octyl Palmitate Up to 53%
C12-C15 Alcohol Benzoate Up to 34%
Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides Up to 30%
Octvidodecanol Up to 22%
Oleyl Alcohol Up to 3%
Silicones  
Dimethicone (all viscosities) C
Phenyl Trimethicone C

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (LVT, Spindle 3, 12 rpm)3000 - 5500cPCTM0050
Silicone Content100%
Dimethiconol12-14%
Flash Point135Closed cup
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.93
Solubility in Watermax. 0.1%
Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Contentmax. 1.0%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
900 days
Storage Condition

Product should be stored at or below 25°C (77°F) in original, unopened containers. The most up-to-date shelf life information can be found on the Dow web site in the product detail page under sales specification.