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White crystal Inulin derived for chicory roots. A non soluble prebiotic fiber.

INCI Name: Cichorium Intybus (Chicory) Root Extract

Functions: Opacifier, Prebiotic

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: Additive-free, Allergen-free, BSE-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Gluten-free, Halal, Natural, Naturally Derived, Not Tested on Animals, Palm Oil-free, Palm free, Plant-Based, Soy-free, Sustainable, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, VOC-free, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, NaTrue, WADA Certified

Benefit Claims: Hair Conditioning, Non-Irradiated, Opacifying, Scalp Protection Effect, Skin Conditioning

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Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
68650-43-1
EC No.
272-045-6

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Natural opacifier.
  • Supports the growth of the protective lactobacilli. Blocks the invasion of fungi.
  • The ideal choice for intimate hygiene products and scalp treatments.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Product Application
  • Shampoos
  • Body washes
Product Application
  • Shampoos
  • Body washes

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Powder (at 20°C)
Odor
Typical slight odor
Dispersible in
Water
Insoluble in
Mineral oil, Ethanol, Propylene glycol, Oil, Dimethicone, Glycerine, Cyclomethicone, Soya oil, Octylstearate
Compatible With
Carbomer, DHA, Electrolytes +, Electrolytes ++, Electrolytes Al/Zr +++, Parfum, Preservatives, Vitamins, Colorants - oil soluble, Colorants - water soluble, Essential oils, Mineral oil, Plant extracts, Silicone oils, Synthetic oils, Vegetable oils, Hydrogen peroxide
pH Range
4.3 - 10.0
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 10% sol. at 20°C)5 - 7
Dry Matter95 - 99 %
Active Mattermin. 99.5%
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Vival Count (TVC)max. 100cfu/g
Yeastmax. 10cfu/g
Moldsmax. 10cfu/g
Bacteria Gram negativeAbsent Per g
Candida AlbicansAbsent Per g
EnterobacteriaceaeAbsent Per g
Escherichia ColiAbsent Per g
Pseudomonas AeruginosaAbsent Per g
Staphyloccocus AureusAbsent Per g
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cichorium Intybus Root Extract100%
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Totalmax. 10ppm
Formulation Guideline
Name Compatibility
Peroxides Incompatible
Oxidizing agents Incompatible
Reducing agents Incompatible
Thioglycolates Incompatible

pH range: At pH > 9.5 the product becomes yellow.

Maximum heating temperature:  < 60 °C - During 8h

Incorporation: Product has to be added to the water phase.

 

Formulation Guideline
Name Compatibility
Peroxides Incompatible
Oxidizing agents Incompatible
Reducing agents Incompatible
Thioglycolates Incompatible

pH range: At pH > 9.5 the product becomes yellow.

Maximum heating temperature:  < 60 °C - During 8h

Incorporation: Product has to be added to the water phase.

 

Regulatory & Compliance

Quality of the Product
Type Details
Natural Index (acc. to ISO 16128) NI=0.8
Natural Origin Index (acc. to ISO 16128) NOI=1
Organic Index (acc. to IsO 16128) Ol=0
COSMOS

Product certified, see current certificate for details.

NaTrue

Product certified, see current certificate for details.

Quality of the Product
Type Details
Natural Index (acc. to ISO 16128) NI=0.8
Natural Origin Index (acc. to ISO 16128) NOI=1
Organic Index (acc. to IsO 16128) Ol=0
COSMOS

Product certified, see current certificate for details.

NaTrue

Product certified, see current certificate for details.

Technical Details & Test Data

Production process information

Extraction of chicory root (Cichorium Intybus) with hot water, purification.

Production process information

Extraction of chicory root (Cichorium Intybus) with hot water, purification.

Safety & Health

Impurities
  • Pesticides: Not expected to be present.
  • CMR impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Prohibited impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Other impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual solvent: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual monomers: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual reactants: Not expected to be present.
  • Polyacrylic Aromatic Hydrocarbons: Not expected to be present.
Impurities
  • Pesticides: Not expected to be present.
  • CMR impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Prohibited impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Other impurities: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual solvent: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual monomers: Not expected to be present.
  • Residual reactants: Not expected to be present.
  • Polyacrylic Aromatic Hydrocarbons: Not expected to be present.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packages Information
Quantity (kg) Type Package material Amount EURO Pallet

Amount Block Pallet

1 kg Bucket PP NR NR
5 kg Bucket PP NR NR
20 kg Bag LDPE NR 500 kg
Packages Information
Quantity (kg) Type Package material Amount EURO Pallet

Amount Block Pallet

1 kg Bucket PP NR NR
5 kg Bucket PP NR NR
20 kg Bag LDPE NR 500 kg

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months
Storage information
  • Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area below 25°C.
  • Relative humidity should not exceed 60%.
  • Keep in original packaging.
Storage information
  • Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area below 25°C.
  • Relative humidity should not exceed 60%.
  • Keep in original packaging.