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XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 20cSt

XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 20cSt is a polydimethylsiloxane fluid commonly used as a base fluid in personal care products due to its excellent spreading characteristics. It is clear, tasteless, essentially odorless, and non-greasy. Commercial bulk-polymerized dimethyl silicone fluids, such as XIAMETER(TM) PMX-200 Silicone Fluid 20cSt, typically contain trace amounts of impurities.

Brand: XIAMETER(TM) (35 products)

INCI Name: Dimethicone

Functions: Base Stock & Oil, Binder & Resin, Carrier, Conditioner, Water Repellent

Chemical Family: Silicones

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Synonyms: Hexadecanoic Acid

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Industrial Additives End Use
Nail Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
Sun Care Applications
Usage Method

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
Appearance
Crystal clear liquid, free of suspended matter or sediment
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.949--
Refractive Index (at 25°C)1.4009--
Color5.0APHA-
Flash Point246.0°CClosed Cup
Acid NumberTrace-BCP
Melt Point-52.0°C (1,2)-
Pour Point-84.0°C-
Surface Tension (at 25°C)20.6dynes/cm-
Volatile Content (at 150°C)4.5%-
Viscosity Temperature Coefficient0.59--
Coefficient of Expansion0.00107cc/cc/°C-
Thermal Conductivity (at 50°C)0.00034g cal/cm·sec·°C-
Solubility Parameter7.3--
Viscosity (Capillary, 25°C)18 - 22mm2/s CTM0004
Volatile Content (2g, 200°C, 20m, Al Cup)0 - 10.0%CTM0208
Solubility
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Chlorinated SolventsHigh--
Aromatic SolventsHigh--
Aliphatic SolventsHigh--
Dry AlcoholsGood--
WaterPoor--
Notes
  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

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
1080 days
Storage Conditions

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.

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