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Silube® 316 is a unique multi-hydroxyl functional silicone which acts as a medium HLB emulsifier. Silube 316 has no ethoxylated components and is a PEG-free, water-insoluble, alcohol soluble and hydro alcoholic soluble silicone that stabilizes water in oil (W/O) and water in silicone (W/Si) emulsions while also providing novel features and textures to the emulsions. Silube 316 provides a unique light skin feel especially in color cosmetics and is effective in difficult systems like sunscreens, make ups and complex emulsion systems. Silube 316 is compatible with most cosmetic ingredients, but also with special ingredients such as electrolytes, UV filters, pigments/colors, powders, and various active ingredients.

INCI Name: TMP Lauryl Dimethicone

Functions: Dispersant, Emulsion Stabilizer, Stabilizer

Benefit Claims: Formula Stability

Labeling Claims: PEG-free

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Product Characteristics

The emulsions made from Silube® 316 are stable at room temperature and at 43°C. They show good feel properties, and no separation or oiling of the active ingredients.

Siltech Silube 316 Product Characteristics - 1

The rheological properties of the emulsions made from Silube® 316 are as expected. The viscosity of the W/Si base emulsions is 1,000,000 cps. The cold process W/O emulsion has a viscosity of 43,000 cps while the others are about 10,000 cps.

Siltech Silube 316 Product Characteristics - 2

Applications & Uses

Sun Care Applications
Use Level
1.0 - 5.0%

Properties

Appearance
Clear liquid
Soluble in
Alcohol
Insoluble in
Water

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information
Silube 316 is available in 20kg and 200kg plastic containers.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months