BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Hectorite

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Thickener,

Viscosity Modifier

CAS No.

12173-47-6

EC No.

235-340-0

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

SPF Enhancement,

Silky Feel

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Product Properties

• Vegan
• Is easily processed as a powder or pre-gel
• Increases the viscosity of the aqueous phase and stabilizes viscosity on aging, at varying temperatures and under different shear conditions
• Is stable over the pH range 6-11
• Imparts thermostable thixotropy/pseudoplasticity
• Provides excellent suspension control
• Reduces phase separation and syneresis
• Is non-abrasive and imparts smooth silky feel to cosmetics and personal care products

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

AP/Deo,

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Lotions,

Roll On,

Spray

AP/Deo Applications

Antiperspirants,

Deodorants

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion

Use Level

0.3% to 1.0%

Recommended Uses & Known Applications

• Oil in Water Emulsions
• Water in Oil Emulsions
• Creams
• Lotions
• Anti-Perspirants
• Deodorants
• Color Cosmetics
• Face Packs
• Facial Make-Up
• Sun Care Products 
• Hair Care Products

Formulations Guidelines

• BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000 additive is easy to process. No chemical activator or increased temperature is required.
• Add BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000 to a vessel containing only water, pH 7.0 - 8.0. If necessary, adjust pH level. High pH may lead to dispersion difficulties due to rapid hydration of BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000, whereas a low pH leads to reduced efficiency and excessively long hydration times.
• Mix at highest practicable speed for 10 minutes.
• After sufficient hydration time, introduce glycols, defoamers, biocides, dispersants etc. (mix).
• Add pigments, fillers, active ingredients and disperse.
• Complete dilution.

Properties

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Loss On Drying	max. 7.5	—	—
Thru 200 Mesh Sieve	94.0-100.0	—	—
Gel ability	1600 - 2400	—	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

COSMOS,

Halal,

Kosher

Product Quality Assurance

Since 1992 the company is a holder of the ISO 9001 / ISO 9002 certificates, which guarantees that all operations are conducted according to the stipulated standards.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Store in a dry place. BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000 additive will absorb atmospheric moisture in high humidity conditions.

Shelf life

BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 2000 has a minimum shelf life of 4 (four) years from date of manufacture.