Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Key Attributes
- 100% Biobased
- Cationic at pH < 5.5
- Low Use Level
- Easy to Formulate
- Vegan and Non-GMO
- Compatible with a Wide Range of Formulations
- Gluten-free
- PEG-free
- Quat-free
- Consumer friendly INCI name
- Key Benefits
- Natural
- Cost Effective Option
- 100% Biobased and PEG Free
- Self Emulsifing Conditioner Concentrate
- Cationic at pH < 5.5
- Wet Combing Benefits
- Reduces Flyaway
- Supports Preservation Efficacy
- Hair conditioning
- Function - Anti-static agents, Emulsifiers
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Use Level
- 3.0 - 6.0%
- Application pH Range
- 4.0 - 7.0
- Applications
- This multipurpose and powerful emulsifying blend allows formulators to create natural products that are free of synthetic materials – from light lotions, to heavy creams and balms – using the minimum amount of ingredients, while still achieving maximum performance
- GreenWax™ CC is added to the oil phase of formulations to provide anti-static and re-fatting properties, wet comb benefits, and reduction of flyaway, making it an ideal option for haircare products and in-shower moisturizers. The surfactant system becomes cationic at pH < 5.5
- It can be used in Conditioners & Lotions
Properties
- Appearance
- White to off white pellets
- Odor
- Characteristic mild wax-like
- Typical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Melting Point | 49 - 59 | °C | ASTM D127 |
Acid Value | 0 - 20 | mg KOH/g | USP 401 |
Saponification Value | 105 - 145 | mg KOH/g | USP 401 |
Oil Phase | max. 35 | % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Technical Details & Test Data
- Formulating Guidelines
Add GreenWax™ CC to oil phase. Heat oil phase to 63°C. Heat water phase to 63°C. Incorporate oil phase into water phase while mixing. Homogenize for 3-5 mins while maintaining at 63°C
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 Months