Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Elastomer Powder Key Benefits
- High performing hybrid elastomer powder
- Consists of two interlacing polymer networks of polydimethylsiloxane and polymethylsilsesquioxane
- Elastomer network offers strong sebum absorption and oil control
- Provides enhanced esthetics to formulations
- Delivers excellent smooth characteristics
- Soft cushioning effect with enhanced thickening compared to Gransil EP-LS
- Cost-effective alternative to obtaining elastomer gel feel
- Disperse in silicone or low viscosity hydrocarbon oils at suggested ratios
- Transformation into matte appearance with powdery after feel
- Oil thickening effect in formulation
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Sun Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Formulations Guidelines
- Can be formulated into oil-in-water emulsions, water-in-oil emulsions and anhydrous systems
- Dispersible in a variety of oils with high shear process
- Add to the oil phase of all emulsion types; suggested use level of 2-10%
- Will act as a thickening agent for emulsions and anhydrous systems
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Off-white powder
- Physical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arsenic Content | max. 2 | ppm | — |
| Heavy Metals | max. 20 | ppm | — |
| Non-Volatile Matter (105°C, 1.5g, 3hrs, Gravity Oven) | 99.00 – 100 | wt% | — |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
20kg bags