Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Nature Based Materials
- Conifer trees (Coniferophyta) - Worldwide
- Ferment Extract (Sphingomonas) - China
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Features and Benefits
- Allows for cold or hot processing enabling flexible processing requirements
- CFDA compliant
- Compatibility with a broad range of oils
- Enhanced sensory - light, refreshing and light residue
- Fluid & Sprayable O/W emulsion over a pH range of 3-8
- From 10% to 50 % oil phase with oils of medium to high polarities
- High emulsion stability at low use levels
- Non-persistent/Non-toxic
- Product Highlights
A unique natural-derived polymeric emulsifier providing excellent stabilization capabilities at low use level while offering a fresh and quick break sensory. This innovative ingredient won Gold in the 2022 Innovation Zone Best Ingredient Award for Functional materials at in-cosmetics® Global
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Sun Care Applications
- Use Level
- 0.5 - 1 wt%
Properties
- Odor
- Odorless
- Appearance
- White powder
- Microbiological Values
- Specifications
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Total Aerobic Plate Count | max. 500 | cfu/g | MI-10-01-D09 |
Escherichia coli | Absent | — | 6TV0001 |
Staphylococcus aureus | Absent | — | 6TV0001 |
Total Yeast and Molds Count | max. 100 | cfu/g | MI-10-01-D09 |
Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Absent | — | 6TV0001 |
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Renewable Carbon Index | min. 0.50 | — | — |
Particle Size (DV50) | 65 - 85 | μm | N01301 |
Loss on Drying | max. 10 | % | CC-10-01-B9 |
Viscosity (at 25°C) | 700 - 900 | mPa.s | CC-10-01-B2 |
Candida albicans | Absent | — | 6TV0001 |
pH (0.7% in DI Water) | 6 - 8 | — | CC-10-01-B2 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status
- PemuPur™ START polymer 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.
- China compliant
- 96% Natural origin content (ISO 16128), readily biodegradable (OECD 301 B), vegan
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information & Retest Period
- Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. Keep containers closed when not in use. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
- Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.