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XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 10 cSt

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 10 cSt is a polydimethylsiloxane fluid commonly used as a base fluid in personal care products due to its excellent spreading characteristics and soft feel. It is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless, and non-greasy.

Brand: XIAMETER(TM) (35 products)

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Functions: Carrier

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

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

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Conditioning, Degreasing, Dry Feel, Emolliency, Enhanced Slip, Good Dry Combing, Good Wet Combing, Imparts Lubricity, Levelling, Low Surface Tension, Low Toxicity, Lubricating, No Build Up, Non-Greasy Feel, Non-Occlusive, Non-Tacky, Non-volatile, Rapid Absorption, Reduces Stickiness, Rub Resistant, Sensory Enhancement, Shine & Radiance, Smooth Feel, Soft Feel, Spreadability, Substantivity, Thermal Stability, Water Repellency, White Residue Reduction

Synonyms: Dimethicone

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Polydimethylsiloxane
INCI Name
Dimethicone
Ingredient Origin
Synthetic
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Carrier
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Sensory Modifiers,
Solvents & Carriers
Composition
  • Polydimethylsiloxane fluid
  • Chemical composition (CH3)3SiO[SiO(CH3)2]nSi(CH3)3

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Compatibility,
Conditioning,
Degreasing,
Dry Feel,
Emolliency,
Enhanced Slip,
Good Dry Combing,
Good Wet Combing,
Imparts Lubricity,
Levelling,
Low Surface Tension,
Low Toxicity,
Lubricating,
No Build Up,
Non-Greasy Feel,
Non-Occlusive,
Non-Tacky,
Non-volatile,
Rapid Absorption,
Reduces Stickiness,
Rub Resistant,
Sensory Enhancement,
Shine & Radiance,
Smooth Feel,
Soft Feel,
Spreadability,
Substantivity,
Thermal Stability,
Water Repellency,
White Residue Reduction
Labeling Claims
Allergen-free,
Animal Products-free,
BSE-free,
CMR Substances-free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
Halal,
Irradiation-free,
Nanomaterials-free,
Non-GMO,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Odor-free,
Palm Oil-free,
Porcine-free,
Preservative-free,
SVHC Chemicals-free,
Solvent-free,
TSE-free,
Vegan
Key Attributes
  • Good dielectric properties
  • High water repellency
  • High shearability without breakdown
  • High compressibility
  • High spreadability
  • Low surface tension
  • Low fire hazard and reactivity
  • Low vapor pressure
  • Good heat stability
  • Good leveling and easy rubout
  • Essentially odorless and nontoxic
  • Soluble in a wide range of solvents
  • Non volatile carrier

For Personal Care

  • Soft feel and subtle skin lubricity
  • Excellent spreading
  • Leaves no residue or buildup
  • Non-greasy feel

For Industrial Applications

  • Little change in physical properties over a wide temperature span – a relatively flat viscosity-temperature slope, and serviceability from -40°C up to 200°C
  • Low surface tension – readily wets clean surfaces to impart water repellency and release characteristics 

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Oil,
Rinse Off,
Serum,
Spray
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Glass
AP/Deo Applications
Antiperspirants,
Deodorants
Bath & Shower Applications
Bath Oil
Hair Care Applications
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Creams,
Hair Gel,
Hair Serums,
Hair Spray,
Hair Styling Products,
Pomade,
Shampoos & Rinses
Skin Care Applications
Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Facial Cleanser
Sun Care Applications
After Sun Products,
Suntan Lotion
Recommended Applications
  • Personal care products such as antiperspirants, deodorants, hair sprays, cleansing creams, skin creams, lotions, bath oils, suntan products, nail polishes.
  • Industrial applications such as glass vial and lens coatings, household product ingredients, mechanical fluids, penetrating oil ingredients, surface active agents, coatings, electrical insulating fluids and polish ingredients.
Usage

XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid may be used alone or blended with other cosmetic fluids to provide a fluid base for a variety of cosmetic ingredients. It feature good solubility in most anhydrous alcohols and in many solvents used in cosmetics.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Crystal clear
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.935--
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.3989--
Color5-APHA
Color5.0-APHA
Flash Point211°CClosed cup
Flash Point211.0°CClosed cup
Melt Point¹,²-60°C-
Melt Point¹,²-60.0°C-
Pour Point-100°C-
Pour Point-100.0°C-
Surface Tension (at 25°C)20.1Dynes/cm-
Viscosity Temperature Coefficient0.56--
Coefficient of Expansion0.00108cc/cc/°C-
Thermal Conductivity (at 50°C)0.00032g cal/cm·sec·°C-
Solubility Parameter³7.2--
Viscosity (at 25°C)9.0 - 11.0cStCorporate Test Method 0004
Capillary Viscosity (at 25°C)9.0 - 11.0mm²/sCorporate Test Method 0004
Volatile Content (at 70°C, 2g, 1h, Al Cup, forced draft)0.00 - 1.00%Corporate Test Method 0208
D4max. 0.099%-
D5max. 0.099%-
Solubility Data
Solubility in Chlorinated Solvents High
Solubility in Aromatic Solvents High
Solubility in Aliphatic Solvents High
Solubility in Dry Alcohols Good
Solubility in Water Poor

 

Note
  • 1 The melt point temperature is a typical value and may vary somewhat due to molecular distribution. If the melting point is critical to your application, then several lots should be thoroughly evaluated.
  • 2 Due to different rates of cooling, this test method may yield pour points lower than the temperature at which these fluids would melt.
  • 3 Fedors Method: R.F. Fedors, Polymer Engineering and Science, Feb. 1974.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
Halal,
REACH (Europe)
Chemical Inventories
AIIC (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
1,080 Days
Handling Precautions
  • XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluid may cause temporary eye discomfort.
  • Use caution when handling volatile fluids at temperatures with 10°C of the quoted flash point.
  • At elevated temperatures, XIAMETER PMX-200 Silicone Fluids are sensitive to contamination by strong acids, bases, some metallic compounds and oxidizing agents. These contaminants may cause an accelerated rate of volatile byproduct formation. Oxidizing agents can also cause an increase in fluid viscosity. When these conditions may exist, it is recommended that the flash point of the fluids be checked periodically to monitor operational safety. Also, ignitable conditions may exist if the fluid is giving off smoke.
Usable Life and Storage

When stored at or below 25°C (77°F) in the original unopened containers, this product has a usable life ranging from 30 to 60 months from the date of production depending on viscosity.