Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 1327-43-1
- EC No.
- 215-478-8
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Product Highlights
BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 additive is a highly beneficiated, easily dispersible powdered smectite clay. It imparts thixotropic viscosity and good suspension control to the water phase of cosmetics.
- Product Properties
- Non-animal origin
- 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 4-10
- Imparts thermostable thixotropy/pseudoplasticity
- Provides dependable suspension control
- Reduces phase separation and syneresis
- Is non-abrasive and imparts smooth silky feel to cosmetics and personal care products
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- AP/Deo Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Recommended Uses & Known Applications
- Oil in Water Emulsions
- Creams
- Lotions
- Anti-Perspirants
- Deodorants
- Color Cosmetics
- Face Packs
- Facial Make-Up
- Sun Care Products
- Hair Care Products
- Formulations Guidelines
BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 additive is easy to process.
- Add BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 to a vessel containing only water, pH 7.0 - 8.0. Mix at highest practicable speed for 10 minutes. Warm water can improve hydration speed.
- After sufficient hydration time, introduce glycols, defoamers, biocides, dispersants etc. (mix).
- Add pigments, fillers, active ingredients and disperse.
- Complete dilution.
Alternate process:
- Mix BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 in a humectant at a minimum ratio of 3 parts humectant to 1 part clay.
- Add the mixture to water with propeller mixing.
- Mix for 5-10 minutes until fully hydrated.
- Continue with batch processing.
Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Drying Loss ( When Packed ) | max. 8 | % | — |
| Mesh Sieve | 95.0 – 100.0 | % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Product Quality Assurance
Quality and continuous improvement are paramount to our business. Facility manufacturing Bentone Hydroclays has established strong integrated management system and holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
Technical Details & Test Data
- Product usual concentrations
Typical use levels of BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 are 0.3% to 1.0% based on total system weight.
- Product Sustainability
BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 is a raw material approved by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the COSMOS Standard.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 4 years
- Storage and Handling
Store in a dry place. BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 additive will absorb atmospheric moisture in high humidity conditions.
- Shelf life
BENTONE HYDROCLAY™ 550 has a minimum shelf life of 4 (four) years from date of manufacture.