Lexol® NBS MB

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Butyl Stearate

Ingredient Origin

Non-Animal Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Cleansing Agent,

Coupling Agent,

Emollient,

Plasticizer,

Solubilizer,

Superfatting Agent,

Surfactant,

Surfactant (Nonionic),

Wetting Agent

CAS No.

123-95-5

EC No.

204-666-5

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,

Solvents & Carriers

Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers

Nonionic Surfactants

Primary Feedstocks

• Palm
• Petrochemical

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Cleansing,

Emolliency,

Good Wetting Properties,

Plasticizing,

Smooth Feel,

Solubilizing,

Spreadability,

Superfatting

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Pesticide-free

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Color Cosmetics,

Nail Care,

Skin Care

Application Format

Roll On,

Spray

Fragrances & Perfume Applications

Fragrances & Perfumes

Use Level

max. 100%

Product Uses

• Coupling agent to aid in solubilization of fragrance
• Pigment wetting agent
• In nail care formulations - a plasticizer and super fatting agent
• In candle applications - aid in fragrance solubilization and low smoke burn

Instruction for Use

Add to oil phase, can be used in hot or cold process

Properties

Soluble in

Isopropyl myristate, Isopropanol, Mineral oil, Castor oil, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Olive oil, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Octyl stearate

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Natural Origin Index	0.82	—	—
Biobased Content	84.0	%	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Standards & Certifications

• USDA Certified Biobased Content
• Readily Biodegradable
• Clean Beauty Preferred
• China IECIC Listed
• Halal Certified
• Vegan & Cruelty-free
• Kosher Compliant
• RSPO Mass Balanced Certified