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PENTAVITIN®

Function: Moisturizing Agent, Protective Agent

Feel deep hydration for 72 hours. PENTAVITIN® is a skin-identical carbohydrate complex with both ECOCERT approval and NATRUE certification. Through its unique binding mechanism with the skin, it ensures instant deep hydratation for 72 hours. PENTAVITIN® strengthens and protects skin and scalp, providing strong improvements of skin comfort and appearance. Particularly suitable for dry and itchy skin. For rinse-off and leave-on products. PENTAVITIN® is a clear, yellowish to slightly amber colored, slightly viscous liquid. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Niacinamide PC

Function: Soothing Agent, Smoothing Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Blue Light Filter, Skin Barrier Protectant, Anti-Pollution Agent, Anti-Aging Agent

For flawless, resilient skin and a radiant complexion. Niacinamide PC (vitamin B3) is a special cosmetic proprietary grade supplied by DSM, which has a guaranteed low level of residual nicotinic acid to address any concerns about unpleasant skin sensations. Niacinamide PC is a building block in cosmetic formulations. Its main benefits include blemish care (blemish-free, shine-free, refined skin appearance), UV- and blue-light-stressed skin care (skin tone, damage caused by light), and enhanced functionality of the skin barrier. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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STAY-C® 50

Function: Lightening Agent, Skin Barrier Protectant, Antioxidant, Anti-Aging Agent

The all-round beauty solution for skin so beautiful it glows. STAY-C® 50 is a vitamin C derivative with superior stability in formulations compared to straight ascorbic acid. STAY-C® 50 is a powerful antioxidant and multi-talented active, addressing almost every skin care concern from acne to UV damage. STAY-C® 50 is an approved quasi-drug active ingredient for whitening products in Japan. 3D-skin-model and in-vivo studies have demonstrated its intense skin lightening activity. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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ALPAFLOR® ALP-SEBUM CB

Function: Prebiotic, Sebum Regulator, Anti-Inflammatory

ALPAFLOR® -ALP-SEBUM CB, our sustainable, organic prebiotic to reduce skin oiliness and balance the microbiome. It moderates sebum production, the main cause of oily skin, by inhibiting the key enzyme 5-α-reductase. New studies show that this skin active not only helps reduce sebum levels but also strongly modulates the key bacteria on all facial areas, restoring skin's healthy appearance. Thanks to 3D facial color mapping, we can show that sebum distribution is more complex than just the T-zone – which goes to show that when it comes to targeting oily skin, what’s needed is an effective all-rounder ingredient! In our new study, we’ve demonstrated that the organic skin care active ingredient ALPAFLOR® ALP-SEBUM CB helps reduce sebum levels on all facial areas after 4 weeks, leaving skin less oily and more mattified.

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DSM DL-α-Tocopheryl Acetate

Function: Moisturizing Agent, Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory

Antioxidant to create and protect alluring skin every day. DL-α-Tocopherol Acetate is synthetic vitamin E acetate. Vitamin E is a building block in cosmetic formulations: it has proven antioxidant effects, enhances moisturization and strengthens the skin barrier. Vitamin E helps to counteract the appearance of inflammation linked to oxidative processes through downregulation of its mediators. As one of the most powerful oil-soluble antioxidants and free-radical scavengers available today, Vitamin E plays a crucial role in oxidative regeneration of skin exposed to stressors. The Life Cycle Assessment1 (LCA) of vitamin E production has confirmed that the DSM production method generates up to 85% less particulate matter and uses up to 60% less non-renewable energy resulting in 74% potential CO2 saving (versus carbide and coal-based production) making DSM’s Quali E the most sustainable synthetic form on the market.

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PARSOL® 1789

Function: UV Protector, UV Absorber

Synonyms: Avobenzone

PARSOL® 1789 is a very strong and efficient UVA absorber for sunscreen and other skin care formulations. It enables broadband protection when combined with effective UVB filters and can also contribute to SPF. PARSOL® 1789 is an oil-soluble, white to pale yellow powder that must be completely solubilized in formulations. It works with a range of solubilizers including the UVB filters PARSOL® 340, PARSOL® EHS, PARSOL® MCX, and many emollients. PARSOL® 1789 should be photostabilized, for example with PARSOL® 340. This UV filter is approved worldwide.

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PARSOL® HS

Function: UV Absorber, UV Protector, Viscosity Modifier

Synonyms: Ensulizole

A water soluble UVB-filter for dry touch and high SPF formulations. PARSOL® HS is a very effective UVB absorber for water-based sunscreen products like gels or sprays. It provides a strong SPF boost in combination with a wide range of sun filters. This off-white powder is soluble in water after neutralization and compatible with most cosmetic ingredients. It also shows good photostability. Because it leaves the skin feeling dry to the touch, PARSOL® HS is specifically recommended for light-feel day care products and sunscreens. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM D-Panthenol

Function: Moisturizing Agent

The gold standard moisturizer for skin and hair care. D-Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) is a viscous liquid. D-Panthenol (or D-Panthenol 75L) is the form best suited for biological or physiological activity such as wound healing and soothing, stimulation of epithelization, etc. Beneficial for very dry, cracked, and rough skin. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Mixed Tocopherols 95

Function: Preservative

Antioxidant to create and protect alluring skin every day. Mixed Tocopherols 95 is mostly used to stabilize oxygen-sensitive ingredients in formulations. It contains É‘-Tocopherol at 0-15%, β-Tocopherol at < 5%,γ-Tocopherol at 55-75%, and δ-Tocopherol at 20-30%. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM D-Biotin

Function: Restoring Agent

DSM D-Biotin (vitamin B7) improves the quality of keratin structures and hence has a positive effect on fine and brittle hair and nails. Although biotin gained its key reputation in hair-loss products, a combination of biotin and STAY-C® 50 (patent granted) also demonstrated significant synergies in skin care, where it reduced age spots and evened the skin tone. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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BeauPlex® VH

Function: Lightening Agent, Protective Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Firming Agent, Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory

All-in-one vitamin compound for successful skin care products. Our BeauPlex® VH blend is an all-in-one vitamin compound containing vitamins B3, B5, B6, C and E - all vitamins which are known to have a beneficial and protective effect on the skin and the scalp, and to strengthen the hair. BeauPlex® VH consists of niacinamide, calcium D-pantothenate, sodium ascorbyl phospate (STAY-C® 50), dl-α-tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E acetate), and pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) on the carriers maltodextrin, sodium starch octenylsuccinate and silica. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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REVITALIN® PF

Function: Revitalizing Agent, Restoring Agent, Nourishing Agent

Outsmarts skin's internal clock for youthful, glowing skin. REVITALIN® PF is a combination of specific cytoplasmic and mitochondrial constituents of the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae and amino acids: The best from baker's yeast. REVITALIN® PF delivers real benefits by boosting two fundamental bioenergetic processes: glycolysis and mitochondrial respiration. The skin's oxygen content is improved, providing energized, revitalized skin that looks and feels good. REVITALIN® PF is a clear, yellowish, aqueous solution. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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TILAMAR® Quat 2240

Function: Foam Booster, Conditioner

Today, people expect hair care products to offer perceivable benefits for an ultimate look and feel that meet their daily beauty aspirations. TILAMAR® Quat 2240 provides deep conditioning with a weightless feel and can be readily formulated for clear shampoos. Its deep conditioning performance is based on superior sensorial properties, delivering a soft feel to both wet and dry hair. This polymer hair care ingredient is particularly suitable for shampoos, including products for ethnic hair care, designed to deliver tangible and visible benefits.

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DSM Vitamin A Palmitate 1.0 MIU/g (tocopherol)

Function: Antioxidant, Smoothing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent

Corrects and renews to restore great looking skin. Retinol (vitamin A alcohol), and its esters such as vitamin A palmitate, play an important role in a variety of biological processes in skin such as growth, proliferation, and differentiation. They are considered as gold standards in anti-aging. Vitamin A Palmitate 1.0 MIU/g is vitamin A palmitate adjusted to 1.0 MIU/g by dilution with peanut oil. Contains dl-α-tocopherol as an antioxidant. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM PHYTANTRIOL

Function: Conditioner

Synonyms: 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-1,2,3-hexadecanetriol

The time-tested hair secret to repair, enhance, and protect. - from root to tip. PHYTANTRIOL is a unique active for skin care and hair care applications. Hair care studies demonstrated its efficacy to increase deposition of panthenol, ethyl-panthenol, and keratin amino acids, and to provide benefits for normal and damaged hair, after single as well as cumulative applications. Phytantriol significantly improves water retention, strengthens damaged hair, and visibly prevents color-wash- out. Phytantriol is a colorless to light yellow, viscous liquid. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Ascorbic Acid Fine Powder

Function: Skin Barrier Protectant, Antioxidant

DSM Ascorbic Acid Fine Powder - also known as L-ascorbic acid - is straight vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage. It reduces the appearance of age spots and supports a brighter, more radiant skin.. Ascorbic Acid is available in various granulometries. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Ascorbic Acid Ultra Fine Powder

Function: Skin Barrier Protectant, Antioxidant

Ascorbic Acid Ultra Fine Powder - also known as L-ascorbic acid - is straight vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage. It reduces the appearance of age spots and supports a brighter, more radiant skin.. Ascorbic Acid is available in various granulometries. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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PARSOL® HMS

Function: UV Absorber, UV Protector, Solubilizer

A perfect solubilizer with SPF-enhancing properties. PARSOL® HMS is an effective UVB absorber with SPF-enhancing properties. This colorless liquid integrates easily into the oil phase of sun protection formulations and is ideal for all kinds of sunscreen products. PARSOL® HMS is approved worldwide and works with a wide range of solid filters including PARSOL® 1789, PARSOL® 5000 and many more. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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ALPAFLOR® SAMBUCUS AO

Function: Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant, Astringent

The astringent solution for well-being formulations. ALPAFLOR® SAMBUCUS AO, produced from the alpine plant Sambucus nigra, is ALPAFLOR®'s preferred astringent solution for wellness cosmetics. With its capacity, proven in vitro, to reduce VEGF biosynthesis, this alpine extract is the ideal active ingredient for all types of formulations to protect against the appearance of puffiness and heavy legs. It is ECOCERT, COSMOS, and NATRUE organic certified, and Fair Trade approved by Ecocert Environnement. ALPAFLOR® SAMBUCUS AO is a clear to slightly opalescent, yellow to brown colored, slightly viscous liquid. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM ARGAN OIL

Function: Re-Fatting Agent, Softener, Hair Straightening Agent, Nourishing Agent, Moisturizing Agent, Emollient, Skin Barrier Protectant

Nourishment and shine from the Tree of life. ARGAN OIL is obtained from the kernels of the endemic argan tree (Argania Spinosa kernel oil) and is ECOCERT and NATRUE organic certified. It contains 80% unsaturated fatty acids and is exceptionally rich in natural tocopherols, phenols, phenolic acid, and carotenes. ARGAN OIL helps to protect and restore skin functions, providing suppleness and softness, for nourishing and protecting formulas. DSM ARGAN OIL is virgin, deodorized and supplied as clear, low odored, yellow colored oil. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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LIPOGARD

Function: Skin Barrier Protectant

The most efficient manner to protect the skin from lipid peroxidation. By combining the benefit of Q10 & Vitamin E. LIPOGARD consists of a balanced ratio of coenzyme Q10 and vitamin E acetate in a carrier oil. LIPOGARD restores the lipid barrier and guarantees full cell membrane functionality. In addition, it strengthens cell viability by increasing cellular ATP production and prevents collagen degradation by inhibiting MMP-1 expression. It makes the skin look and feel firmer, softer, and well-toned. LIPOGARD is a clear, orange colored, slightly viscous oily liquid. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM DL-α-Tocopherol

Function: Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory

Antioxidant to create and protect alluring skin every day. DL-α-Tocopherol is synthetic vitamin E. Vitamin E is a building block in cosmetic formulations: it has proven antioxidant effects, enhances moisturization and strengthens the skin barrier. Vitamin E helps to counteract the appearance of inflammation linked to oxidative processes through downregulation of its mediators. As one of the most powerful oil-soluble antioxidants and free-radical scavengers available today, Vitamin E plays a crucial role in oxidative regeneration of skin exposed to stressors. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Vitamin A Palmitate 1.7 MIU/g (tocopherol)

Function: Antioxidant, Smoothing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent

Corrects and renews to restore great looking skin. Retinol (vitamin A alcohol), and its esters such as vitamin A palmitate, play an important role in a variety of biological processes in skin such as growth, proliferation, and differentiation. They are considered as gold standards in anti-aging. Pure vitamin A palmitate, contains dl-α-tocopherol as an antioxidant. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM DL-Panthenol 50 L

Function: Moisturizing Agent

The gold standard moisturizer for skin and hair care. DL-Panthenol 50 L (pro-vitamin B5) consists of DL-panthenol (min. 50%) and water. It is easy to handle and to pump. It is used as a moisturizer (humectant), and for improvement of hair structure, giving luster, resistance, and shine. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Ascorbic Acid Fine Granular

Function: Antioxidant, Skin Barrier Protectant

Ascorbic acid - also known as L-ascorbic acid - is straight vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage. It reduces the appearance of age spots and supports a brighter, more radiant skin.. Ascorbic Acid is available in various granulometries (see Product Data Sheet). For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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PARSOL® 340

Function: UV Absorber, UV Protector, Solubilizer

PARSOL® 340 is an effective UVB absorber that easily integrates into the oil phase of sun protection formulations. This oil-soluble, clear yellow viscous liquid is the most effective photostabilizer for PARSOL® 1789. PARSOL® 340 is an excellent solubilizer for solid, crystalline UV absorbers like PARSOL® 1789, PARSOL® 5000, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate or Benzophenone-3. In combination with other UV filters this product enables high SPFs. PARSOL® 340 is approved worldwide. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Vitamin A Palmitate 1.7 MIU/g (BHA/BHT)

Function: Antioxidant, Smoothing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent

Corrects and renews to restore great looking skin. Retinol (vitamin A alcohol), and its esters such as vitamin A palmitate, play an important role in a variety of biological processes in skin such as growth, proliferation, and differentiation. They are considered as gold standards in anti-aging. Pure vitamin A palmitate, stabilized with BHA/BHT. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM ALLANTOIN

Function: Soothing Agent, Smoothing Agent, Restoring Agent, Protective Agent, Anti-Irritant, Anti-Aging Agent

ALLANTOIN improves skin moisture retention providing a smoothing effect. In addition, it is an effective anti-irritant and protecting agent for the skin, and is therefore an ideal addition to anti-aging products, to help minimize the appearance of aging and skin damage. Due to this multifunctionality, ALLANTOIN is broadly used in a wide range of beauty care application, including skin care, toiletries, sun care and hair care products. Allantoin is a white to off-white, practically odorless, crystalline powder. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM HYALURONIC ACID-BT

Function: Smoothing Agent, Humectant

Experience immediate skin revival. HYALURONIC ACID-BT is a pure, biotechnologically manufactured, sodium hyaluronate. The high molecular mass un-branched polymer belongs to the group of glycosaminoglycans with a molecular mass of about 1.6 MDa. HYALURONIC ACID-BT binds tremendous amounts of moisture to skin, delivering an outstanding tactile experience and skin revival immediately after application. This ECOCERT approved active provides excellent hydration capacity for perfectly moisturized skin and improves skin smoothness, elasticity and freshness. HYALURONIC ACID-BT is a white to off white, fine granulated powder. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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TILAMAR® PDO with NØØVISTA™

Function: Preservative Booster, Humectant, Sensory Additive, Solvent, Carrier

Synonyms: 1,3-Dihydroxypropane, 1,3-Propanediol, 1,3-Propylene glycol, 1,3-Propylenediol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)ethanol, 2-deoxyglycerol, beta-propylene glycol, omega-Propanediol, Trimethylene Glycol

TILAMAR® PDO with NØØVISTA™ is a high-quality microbiome-friendly, multifunctional natural ingredient designed to reduce formulation complexity by acting as a preservative booster, a skin humectant, sensory enhancer, solvent and actives carrier.

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DSM Pyridoxine Hydrochloride

Function: Anti-Dandruff Agent, Scalp Oil Control Agent

Vitamin B6 may stimulate the healthy-looking appearance of hair and contributes to the efficacy of anti-dandruff products. Topical vitamin B6 appears to reduce sebum levels and limit the area of oily spots. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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ALPAFLOR® IMPERATORIA AO

Function: Anti-Inflammatory, Healing Agent

The magic plant for younger looking skin through reepithelialization care. ALPAFLOR® IMPERATORIA AO, produced from the alpine plant Peucedanum ostruthium, is ALPAFLOR®'s magic plant for younger-looking skin. With its outstanding, in-vitro proven, reepithelialization properties, this alpine extract is the ideal active ingredient for all types of regenerating formulations, such as night, after-sun or stretch-mark care. It is ECOCERT, COSMOS, and NATRUE organic certified, and Fair Trade approved by Ecocert Environnement. ALPAFLOR® IMPERATORIA AO is a clear to slightly opalescent, amber to brown colored, slightly viscous liquid. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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BEAUACTIVE®

Function: Anti-Aging Agent, Pore Minimizing Agent

Corrects both conspicuous facial pores and age spots. BEAUACTIVE® is a potent hydroxystearic acid of high purity, which is manufactured using green technology. With its unique muti-target mode of action, BEAUACTIVE® visibly reduces the appearance of conspicious facial pores and age spots, giving skin a younger, improved appearance after the age of 30. BEAUACTIVE® is supplied as a white to off-white powder. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM Vitamin A Acetate 1.5 MIU/g

Function: Anti-Aging Agent, Bleaching Agent, Conditioner

Corrects and renews to restore great looking skin. Retinol (vitamin A alcohol), and its esters such as vitamin A acetate, play an important role in a variety of biological processes in skin such as growth, proliferation, and differentiation. They are considered as gold standards in anti-aging. Vitamin A Acetate 1.5 MIU/g is vitamin A acetate adjusted to 1.5 MIU/g by dilution with peanut oil. Contains dl-α-tocopherol as an antioxidant. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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PARSOL® SLX

Function: UV Protector

The first polymeric UVB filter for superior skin feel and hair color protection. PARSOL® SLX is a unique polymeric UVB filter consisting of chromophores attached to a silicone backbone, and contributes to photostabilize PARSOL® 1789. This colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid integrates easily into the oil phase of sun protection formulations. When combined with PARSOL® HS, PARSOL® SLX can achieve a very high SPF (>30), enabling day care or sunscreen formulations that leave a dry, silky touch on the skin. PARSOL® SLX added to rinse-off and leave-on hair products delivers multiple benefits including prevention of color fading, gloss enhancement, and conditioning. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.

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DSM SERICIN

Function: Anti-Wrinkle Agent

Creating a silky skin cocoon. SERICIN is a solution of the glycoprotein sericin. It is isolated from natural silk produced by the silk worm Bombyx mori. The unique silk protein SERICIN has strong affinity to keratin. It forms a highly substantive, protective anti-wrinkle film on the skin surface, imparting an immediate, long-lasting, smooth, silky feeling that even persists after a showering. Skin water loss and irritation are reduced. SERICIN is a yellowish-brown aqueous solution. For detailed regulatory or quality information, please contact the supplier.