Benzostat™

Identification & Functionality

Carrier

Glycerin

INCI Name

Benzyl Alcohol,

Caprylhydroxamic Acid,

Glycerin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Anti-Microbial Agent,

Chelating Agent,

Preservative

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Antioxidants & Preservatives,

Stabilizers

Primary Feedstocks

• Coconut
• Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Antimicrobial,

Cleansing,

Cost Effective

Labeling Claims

Biodegradable,

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Cruelty-Free,

Formaldehyde releasing substances-free,

Halal,

Isothiazolinone-free,

Kosher,

MIT-free,

Palm Oil-free,

Palm free,

Paraben-free,

Vegan

Product Features & Benefits

• Broad pH range
• Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
• Broad spectrum performance
• Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, and MIT

Micro Summary

• Controls bacteria (gram +/-), yeast, and mold
• Pass results with industry standard tests: EP-A, USP51, and PCPC
• Pass results with recommended use level at pH 4-8: 1.0 - 1.5% (w/w)

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Lotions,

Rinse Off

Bath & Shower Applications

Shower Gels

Hair Care Applications

Shampoos & Rinses

Skin Care Applications

Body Cream,

Body Lotion,

Facial Cleanser

Use Level

1 - 1.5% (O/W emulsion), 1 - 1.5% (Cleansers), 1 - 1.5% (Wipe juices)

Instruction for Use

• Gently heat to 45 - 50°C and mix well before using.
• Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C).

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Halal,

IECIC (China),

Kosher,

NaTrue

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)

Standards & Certifications

• Biodegradable
• Clean Beauty Preferred
• Non-palm Derived
• China IECIC Listed
• Halal Certified
• Vegan & Cruelty-free
• Kosher Compliant
• NATRUE Approved
• ChemFORWARD SAFER

Technical Details & Test Data

Science Behind

This alternative preservation system employs the Hurdle Technology approach, utilizing a combination of multifunctional ingredients to create a hostile environment for microbial growth.

Benzostat™ includes the following multifunctional components to create a complete broad-spectrum preservation system:

• Caprylhydroxamic Acid: A 100% natural organic acid and chelating agent that prevents the growth of yeast and mold in the formulation. Unlike most organic acids used in preservation, caprylhydroxamic acid remains undissociated at neutral pH.
• Benzyl alcohol: A traditional preservative
• Glycerin: A 100% natural humectant that acts as a carrier for ease of formulation. Glycerin also reduces water activity for preservation effects.