PEL-ALC™ CA-205P

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PEL-ALC™ CA-205P is both a nonionic emulsifier and an emollient useful for the formulation of lotions and creams. It also serves as a humectant, dispersant and fragrance solubilizer. PEL-ALC™ CA-205P is useful for the formulation of bath oils, shampoos, clear gels and other hydroalcoholic systems. By virtue of its higher molecular weight, this product is quite mild to the skin. PEL-ALC™ CA-205P is recommended as a solubilizer for bath oils and fragrances. It may also be used as a superfatting agent, conditioner and solubilizer for fragrances in shampoos and conditioners. In hair sprays, it will plasticize the resins used and add lubricity, providing better combability. PEL-ALC™ CA-205P has an HLB of 16 and it provides good wetting from aqueous solution. As such, it is useful for the suspension of actives used in antiperspirant sticks. PEL-ALC™ CA-205P can also be usedin soap bars to prevent cracking. The typical use level is 2% and it should be incorporated before milling as a mixture with the fragrance at the mixer stage.

INCI Name: PPG-5-Ceteth-20

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Conditioner, Dispersant, Emollient, Emulsifier, Humectant, Refatting Agent, Solubilizer, Superfatting Agent, Surfactant (Nonionic), Wetting Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Good Wetting Properties, Hair Conditioning, Hydrating, Imparts Lubricity, Mild, Plasticizing, Skin Conditioning, Superfatting

Synonyms: Poly(oxyethylene)-poly(oxypropylene) cetyl ether, Poly(oxypropylene)-poly(oxyethylene) cetyl ether, Polyethylene polypropylene glycol cetyl ether

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
CAS No.
9087-53-0
EC No.
639-212-9

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Applications
  • Perfume Solubilizer
  • Superfatting Agent
  • Plasticizer for Hair Sprays
  • Wetting Agent

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 2.0mg KOH/g
Cloud Point (in 5% Saline Solution)60 - 66°C
Colormax. 1Gardner
Hydroxyl Number35 - 50mg KOH/g
Microbial Contentmax. 1.0%wt
pH (in 3% Solution at 25° C.)5.5 - 7.5

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging

PEL-ALC CA-205P is available in drums and pails.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Shelf Life

In unopened containers, this product is stable for a period of not less than 24 months.