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INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycol Stearate, TEA-Stearate

Functions: Conditioner, Coupling Agent, Emulsifier, Emulsifier (O/W), Solubilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier, Wetting Agent

Certifications & Compliance: REACH (Europe)

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Conditioning, Emulsifying, Foam Control, Good Wetting Properties, Solubilizing, Viscosity Boosting

Synonyms: Ethanol, 2,2′,2′′-nitrilotri-, Stearate, Ethanol, 2,2′,2′′-nitrilotris-, Octadecanoate (salt), Stearic Acid Triethanolamine Salt, Stearic Acid Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium Salt, Stearic Acid, 2,2′,2′′-nitrilotriethanol Salt, Triethanolamine Stearate, Triethanolammonium Stearate, Trolamine Stearate

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

O/W non-ionic emulsifier can emulsify 3 times it's weight of oil in water

Applications & Uses

Hair Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
Suggested Applications
  • Procol EB is a blend of balanced O/W emulsifiers. This blend can emulsify up to 3 times its weight in oil.
  • The primary use of Procol EB is in Cosmetic and Personal Care Products such as creams, lotions, and conditioners.
  • Procol EB can be used as a thickener, viscosity controlling agent, and foam controlling agent for many cosmetic preparations.
  • Since Procol EB is non-ionic/anionic in nature, it is compatible with most surfactants.

Properties

Appearance
White flakes or pastilles
Odor
Slight, organoleptic
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color (Molten)max. 2.0Gardner Scale
pH (in 1.0%)7.0 - 8.0
Acid Value60 - 70mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value35 - 45
Iodine Valuemax. 2.0
Melting Point55 - 60°C

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance