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Schercemol™ SHS ester

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Schercemol™ SHS ester is a naturally-derived, soft emollient that liquefies upon contact with the skin. It has excellent spreading properties and is recommended for use in moisturizing lotions, hair pomades and conditioners, liquid make-up, cream powders, lipsticks, and lip glosses. Schercemol™ SHS ester is effective in lipsticks and cream makeup formulations as a viscosity builder, anti-tack agent, and anti-grease agent.

INCI Name: Isostearyl Hydroxystearate

Functions: Degreaser, Emollient, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, GMO-free, Naturally Derived, Organic, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), COSMOS, ECOCERT, Organic Certified

Benefit Claims: Degreasing, Emolliency, Non-Tacky, Soft Feel, Spreadability, Viscosity Boosting

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
162888-05-3
Nature Based Materials
  • Castor (Ricinus Communis) - India
  • Rapeseed (Brassica Napus) - Europe

Features & Benefits

Product Overview
  • The essence of color cosmetic formulations is complex as they aim to beautify individuals while enabling them to express their personality and mood of the day. As one size does not fit all, make-up products exist in a variety of textures, colors and product forms. Sorting through the emollient choices to find the perfect ingredient can be challenging.
  • To help make the selection process easier, Lubrizol has regrouped information and performance data on the most suitable esters for color cosmetic formulations. Formulators can use this information to select the right solution to provide desired esthetics and performance in make-up, with excellent sensory and comfortable wear for a pleasurable experience.
Features and Benefits
  • Excellent spreading properties
  • Good viscosity builder, anti-tack agent, and anti-grease agent for lipsticks and cream makeup formulations
  • Naturally derived
  • Soft, buttery emollient that liquifies on contact with the skin
Compass Benefits

Nature-Based Content
Naturally Derived: RCI = 1.00

Melting Sensory Property of Solid Ester

Schercemol™ SHS ester is a creamy solid ester that has the unique property to become liquid at a temperature of 30°C and above. It provides texture and body to oil phases or anhydrous products but melts upon contact with the skin, with nice spreading and soft after feel. This benefit makes Schercemol™ SHS ester an excellent texturizer for balms, mascaras and sticks.

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Sun Care Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Odorless, None, Pass
Appearance
Off-white to tan
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 2mgKOH/gASTM D 1980
Colormax. 4GardnerASTM D 1544
Infrared EvaluationPassC-013
Iodine Valuemax. 3g/100gASTM D 5768
Melting Point26 - 34°CASTM D 5440
Molecular Weight552Daltons
Recommended HLB for O/w Emulsions8 ± 1
Saponification Number96 - 106MEQ/GMASTM D 1962
ShineMedium
TasteSlight*
TextureRich, solid paste; Melts at 30°C
Appearance (at 25°C)PassVisual
Note

* Recommended use of Schercemol™ SHS ester in lip care is 2-5%

Regulatory & Compliance

Third Party Certified
  • China compliant
  • COSMOS
Regulatory Status

Schercemol™ SHS 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.

TSE/GMO Certificate

For a copy of this product's TSE/GMO Certification, please contact your local Lubrizol representative or request a copy through www.lubrizol.com

ECOCERT

Raw material approved by ECOCERT GREENLIFE, conforms to the Ecocert Standard.

Safety & Health

Toxicology/Microbiological Studies

For information regarding toxicology and microbial data, please consult the SDS, contact your local Lubrizol representative or view at www.lubrizol.com

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Storage & Handling

Recommended Retest Period

Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.

Storage and Handling

Schercemol™ SHS ester is a soft solid at room temperature (25 degrees C). Because the typical melting point is 30 degrees C (86 degrees F), the product may exist as a liquid / soft solid mixture during the summer months. Store in closed containers.Product will freeze at a temperature of approximately 86°F (30°C). If frozen, heat product to 104-122°F (40-50°C) to liquefy. Do not heat above 122°F (50°C) during the heating process. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.