Sabinsa Cosmetics Policosanol CG

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Plant Extracts

Chemical Name

Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract

INCI Name

Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Anti-Acne Agent,

Anti-Microbial Agent,

Conditioner,

Moisturizing Agent,

Sebum Regulator,

Smoothing Agent

CAS No.

91722-22-4

EC No.

294-424-5

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

Other OTC Actives,

Skin Actives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Sensory Modifiers

Product Details

• Product code : 1701
• Category : Intended for Nutraceutical and Cosmeceutical application
• Botanical/Scientific name : Saccharum officinarum
• Plant part : Sugarcane wax
• Preparation type : Extraction
• Solvent used for extraction : Hexane
• Solvent used in manufacture : Methanol, Ethyl acetate
• Final extract ratio : 150:1 to 200:1
• Standardization : 1-Octacosanol, Total fatty alcohols
• Excipient used : None

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Anti-Acne,

Anti-Inflammatory,

Antimicrobial,

Low-Irritation,

Moisturizing,

Sebum Control,

Smoothing

Labeling Claims

BSE-free,

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

GMO-free,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

TSE-free,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Baby Care,

Bath & Shower,

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Nail Care,

Skin Care,

Treatment Products

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Wipes, Tissue & Towel

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Ointments,

Powder,

Rinse Off,

Serum,

Spray,

Wipes

Baby Care Applications

Baby Wipes

Bath & Shower Applications

Body Wash,

Bubble Bath,

Foot Cleansers

Color Cosmetic Applications

BB Creams,

Blush

Hair Care Applications

Anti-Hair Loss Products,

Detanglers

Other Beauty & Care Applications

Foot Cleansers

Skin Care Applications

Anti-Aging Products,

Body Firming Lotion,

Body Oil,

Facial Cleanser,

Facial Moisturizer,

Foot Moisturizer,

Moisturizers

Treatment Product Applications

Acne Treatments,

Ointments

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance

Off white to pale yellow powder

Insoluble in

Water

Soluble in

Chloroform

Sparingly soluble in

Hexane

Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
1-Octacosanol Content (GC)	min. 60.0	% w/w	GC,SLL/STP-S-017
Total Fatty Alcohols (GC)	min. 70.0	% w/w	SLL/STP-S-017

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 0.5	% w/w	USP <921>, KF Method

Other Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	ICP-OES, SLL/STP-H-006
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	ICP-OES, SLL/STP-H-006
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm (μg/g)	ICP-OES, SLL/STP-H-006
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm (μg/g)	ICP-OES, SLL/STP-H-006

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Coliforms Count	max. 10	cfu/g	BAM 2001, 8th Edition, Chapter 4
Bile Tolerant Gram Negative Bacteria	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Escherichia Coli	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Salmonella	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Staphylococcus Aureus	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	max. 5000	cfu/g	USP <61>
Total Yeasts and Molds Count	max. 100	cfu/g	USP <61>

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Halal,

Kosher

Chemical Inventories

NZIoC (New Zealand)

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

USA

Regional Availability

• Canada
• Europe
• North America
• USA

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 Years

Storage Condition

Store at room temperature.