Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Name
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 1117-86-8
- EC No.
- 214-254-7
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Primary Feedstocks
Petrochemical
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Product Features & Benefits
- Bacteriostatic booster
- Multifunctional Medium Chain Terminal Diol
- Emollient, moisturizer & wetting agent
- Effective in emulsions, creams and lotions in addition to surfactant-based products such as shower gels, facial cleansers and shampoos
- Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
- Building block for a customized Hurdle Technology system
- Micro Summary
- Controls bacteria (gram +/-)
- Use in combination with yeast & mold control agent for broad spectrum protection
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 0.5 - 1% (O/W emulsion), 0.5 - 1% (O/W sunscreens), 1.0 - 1.5% (Cleansers), 1.0 - 1.5% (Wipe juices)
- Instruction for Use
- Gently heat to 45 - 50°C
- Mix well before using
- Add to water phase (below 80°C) or during cool down phase (~40°C)
Properties
- Physical Form
Regulatory & Compliance
- Standards & Certifications
- Readily Biodegradable
- Clean Beauty Preferred
- Vegan & Cruelty-free
- Non-palm Derived
- China IECIC Listed
- Halal Certified
- Kosher Compliant
- ChemFORWARD SAFER
Technical Details & Test Data
- Science Behind
- This alternative preservation component contributes to creating a hostile environment for microbial growth as part of a Hurdle Technology approach. Lexgard® O can be a complete system for certain formulations or a component of your broad spectrum customized system.
- Caprylyl glycol is a skin conditioning agent that prevents the growth of bacteria in formulation.