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Hydramol™ PGPL ester

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Hydramol™ PGPL ester is a very mild and completely water-soluble ester. It offers excellent clarity in aqueous systems, making it suitable for specialty hair and skin formulations such as facial toners, makeup removers, and hair detanglers. It can also be used in bath and body oils to mitigate oiliness and contribute to blooming effects. Hydramol™ PGPL ester is soluble in oils and effective in reducing the greasiness of heavy formulations. It is also recommended for use in hand sanitizer gels.

INCI Name: PEG/PPG-8/3 Laurate

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Functions: Binder, Emollient, Humectant, Solubilizer

Labeling Claims: GMO-free, Natural, Naturally Derived, Sulfate-free, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), RSPO MassBalance Certified, RSPO Supply Chain Certified

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Nature Based Materials

Rapeseed (Brassica Napus) - Europe

Structure

Hydramol™ PGPL ester - Structure

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Binder for pressed powders
  • Can be rinsed off easily due to dual solubility
  • Delivers emolliency from the water phase of an emulsion system on contact
  • Excellent clarity in aqueous systems
  • Pigment wetter
  • Solubilizer for pearlizing agents
  • Soluble in oils making it effective in mitigating the oiliness of heavy formulations
  • Very mild
  • Water-soluble emollient

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Slight, Pass
Appearance
Clear to hazy
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
1,4-DioxanePassppmGC
Acid Valuemax. 5mgKOH/gC-001
Colormax. 4GardnerC-040
Ethylene Oxide (max. 10 ppm)PassGC
Propylene Oxide (max.10 ppm)PassGC
Saponification Number68 78MEQ/GMC-006
Appearance (at 25°C)PassVisual

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory status
  • China compliant
  • RSPO

Hydramol™ PGPL ester is widely registered on chemical inventories across the globe. For specific status, please consult the most recent Safety Data Sheet or contact your local Lubrizol representative.

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Store in closed containers and protect from extreme temperatures. Avoid prolonged exposure to heat and air. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
  • Recommended retest period is 365 days from the date of manufacture.