PEL-SIL™ PEG-8L

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Siloxanes and Silicones, di-Me, 3-hydroxypropyl Me, ethoxylated

INCI Name

PEG-8 Dimethicone

Ingredient Origin

Synthetic

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Anti-Tack Agent,

Emulsifier,

Foam Booster,

Foaming Agent,

Plasticizer,

Surfactant,

Wetting Agent

CAS No.

68937-54-2

EC No.

614-822-8

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,

Rheology Modifiers,

Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Cleansing,

Emolliency,

Hair Conditioning,

Moisturizing,

Non-Tacky,

Silky Feel,

Skin Conditioning,

Soft Feel

Labeling Claims

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Rinse Off,

Spray

Bath & Shower Applications

Liquid Soap

Hair Care Applications

Hair Spray,

Hair Styling Products,

Shampoos & Rinses,

Shaving Cream

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion

Applications

PEL-SIL PEG-8L makes very stable formulations, is a good wetting agent, requires low usage levels and is compatible with a wide range of other materials. Typical use levels in most products is 1 to 5%.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Clear to slightly hazy, viscous liquid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Cloud Point (in 1% Aqueous Solution)	49 - 59	°C	—
Color	max. 2	Gardner	—
pH (in 10% Aqueous)	5.5 - 8.5	—	—
Specfic Gravity (at 25° C)	1.03	—	—
Viscosity (at 25 °C)	100 - 600	cps	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

AICS (Australia),

DSL (Canada),

EINECS (EU),

IECSC (China),

KECI (Korea),

TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bulk,

Drums

Packaging

Available in bulk and in drums.