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FANCOL LA-15 is an emollient emulsifier, which provides excellent skin conditioning and effective moisturization. The powerful emulsifying properties of Lanolin Alcohol are now available to create stable O/W emulsions or even microemulsions with fine emollient and spreading properties. It can couple Lanolin Oil into shampoo systems to provide emollience and conditioning to the hair after shampooing.

INCI Name: Laneth-15

Functions: Emulsifier, Emulsifier (O/W), Microemulsifier

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
INCI Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
84650-19-1

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • FANCOL LA-15 is the Polyethylene Glycol ether of Lanolin Alcohol. It is a primary O/W emulsifier and is 100% active.
  • FANCOL LA-15 is an emollient emulsifier, which provides excellent skin conditioning and effective moisturization. The powerful emulsifying properties of Lanolin Alcohol are now available to create stable O/ W emulsions or even microemulsions with fine emollient and spreading properties. It can couple Lanolin Oil into shampoo systems to provide emollience and conditioning to the hair after shampooing. As FANCOL LA-15 is a nonionic material, it will show excellent stability coupled with powerful emulsifying properties under high acidic and highly alkaline conditions.
  • FANCOL LA-15 should be added to the water phase and heated during the manufacturing cycle.
Product Properties
  • Emulsifying agent for o/w and microemulsions
  • Gives emolliency, skin conditioning and effective moisturization
  • Couples Lanolin Oil into hair shampoo
  • Shows excellent stability
  • Stable over a wide pH range

Applications & Uses

Use Level
1-5%
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Moisturizers
  • Lotions
  • Creams
  • Hair Styling Products
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Hair Relaxer
  • Hair Shampoo
  • Facial Cleanser
  • Exfoliant and Scrub Products

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color (Gardner)max. 15
Water Contentmax. 1.0
Acid Numbermax. 6.0
Colormax. 15Gardner

Regulatory & Compliance

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

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Europe
  • North America
  • USA

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Keep container sealed and store at room temperature.

Shelf life

FANCOL LA-15 has a shelf life of 2 (two) years from date of manufacture.