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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Ingredient Origin
- Technologies
- Statement of Origin
Ethane sulfonic acid (ESA) is a natural organic acid/mineral. It is produced by the reaction of ethanol and mineral acids of sulfur. It is formed via fermentation of non-GMO sugar cane, sourced from India. L-Valine is produced via fermentation processes using non-MGO sugarcane glucose as the substrate. Brassica alcohol is 100% vegetable derived from non-GMO mustard/rape/colza brassica plants sourced from India. Brassica Glycerides is derived from vegetable sources. The specific vegetable sources are rapeseed oil (sourced from North America – United States, Canada, or Mexico) and coconut oil (sourced from North America – United States)
- Primary Feedstocks
- Brassica
- Sugarcane
- Coconut
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Product Features & Benefits
- Self-emulsifying system
- PEG-free
- Creates lamellar gel networks
- Stabilize oil loads up to 40%
- Non-irritating to skin
- Non-quat cationic amino lipid technology
- Designed with green chemistry
- Temporary cationic charge (only charged between pH 3.5 - 6.5) results in no toxicity to aquatic life
- Poses no irritation potential for users
- Readily biodegradable at end of life
- Green Chemistry & Sustainable Life Cycle Highlights
Sustainable Design: Sustainability is embedded in INOLEX's design philosophy. AminoSensyl™ SC design was guided by the Principles of Green Chemistry and life cycle thinking.
The following are the green chemistry & sustainable life cycle highlights.
- Non-toxic to aquatic life
- Water is only reaction byproduct
- Non-irritating to skin or eyes
- Solvent-free process
- Non-aqueous product for efficient shipping
- Low energy manufacturing process
- Renewable feedstocks
- Readily biodegradable
- No heavy metal catalysts used
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Use Level
- 6 - 9% (Oil loading max. 20%), 10 - 12% (Oil loading max. 40%)
- Product Applications
- Skincare
- Hair Care
- Shave
- Body Care
- Cleansing
- Beard Care
- Instruction for Use
- Add to oil phase and heat to 75°C
- Neutralize, preferably with calcium gluconate
- pH < 5 is required
Properties
- Typical Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Natural Origin Index | 1.0 | — | — |
Biobased Content | 100.0 | % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Standards & Certifications
- USDA Certified Biobased Content
- Readily Biodegradable
- COSMOS Approved
- NATRUE Approved
- NSF/ANSI 305 Approved
- Clean Beauty Preferred
- Halal Certified
- Non-palm Derived
- Vegan & Cruelty-free
- Kosher Compliant
Technical Details & Test Data
- Manufacturing Process
Aminosensyl™ SC is a combination of a glyceryl ester of brassica fatty acid, and esterified amino acid. Brassicyl Valinate Esylate is produced via esterification reaction of Brassica Alcohol, L-Valine, and Ethansesulfonic Acid (ESA) and a salt reaction, in which the ESA forms a salt with the amino group on the L-Valine (Valine Esylate). The reaction takes place in excess Brassica Alcohol. Unreacted brassica alcohol, along with additional fatty alcohol, remain as a component of the final product.
- Science Behind
- AminoSensyl™ SC is part of INOLEX’s propriety technology platform of amino lipids.
- Building blocks of the amino lipid molecule, Brassicyl Valinate Esylate:
- Valine: amino acid from biofermentation that provides the natural cationic charge
- Brassica alcohol: fatty alcohol from plant oils that contains a hydrophobic carbon chain
- Lamellar liquid crystals (LLCs) are formed by the specific ratio of amino lipid to fatty alcohol. These structures can stabilize high oil loads and provide a soft, powdery and non-greasy feel. The microscopy images show the presence of LLCs in the Brassicyl Valinate Esylate - Brassica Alcohol blend.
- High Oil Loads Stabilization with AminoSensyl™ SC
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
It is recommended that INOLEX Inc. products be stored in unopened, original containers and be kept indoors.