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INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycol Stearate, Potassium Stearate

Functions: Emulsifier, Emulsifier (O/W), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: REACH (Europe)

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Features & Benefits

Emulsifying blend hold up to 3 times its weight in oil

Applications & Uses

Hair Care Applications
Suggested Applications
  • PROCOL™ EB-K 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-K is in Cosmetic and Personal Care Products such as creams, lotions, and conditioners.
  • PROCOL™ EB-K can be used as a thickener, viscosity controlling agent, and foam controlling agent for many cosmetic preparations.
  • Since PROCOL™ EB-K is non-ionic/anionic in nature, it is compatible with most surfactants.
  • PROCOL™ EB-K is easy to use and simply needs to be melted into the oil-phase of your formulation, then the formulation can proceed as normal. There is no need to homogenize, a fast propeller (1500 – 2000 rpm), will create a stable emulsion.

Properties

Appearance
White flakes or pastilles
Odor
Slight, organoleptic
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ionic NatureNon-Ionic/Anionic
HLB Value4.7
pH (in 1.0% Emulsion)7.5 - 8.5
Acid Value40 - 50mg KOH/g
Saponification Value100 - 115
Hydroxyl Value35 - 45
Iodine Valuemax. 3
Melting Range65 - 75°C

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance