STEPAN-MILD - L3 - Stepan - Lauryl Lactyl Lactate

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Lauryl Lactyl Lactate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Emollient,
Emulsifier,
Foam Booster,
Foam Stabilizer,
Moisturizing Agent,
Sensory Additive,
Solubilizer,
Surfactant,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
CAS No.: 910661-93-7
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Conditioners & Emollients,
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Rheology Modifiers,
Sensory Modifiers,
Stabilizers
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Blends & Other Cleansers
Chemical Structure: = Predominantly C₁₂

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Emolliency,
Emulsifying,
Foam Enhancement,
Foam Stability,
Hydrating,
Mild,
Moisturizing,
Outstanding Skin feel,
Softening,
Solubilizing,
Viscosity Boosting
Labeling Claims: Bio-based,
Biodegradable,
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ethylene Oxide-free,
Naturally Derived,
PO-free,
Plant-Based,
Preservative-free,
Salt-free,
Sulfate-free,
Sustainable,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
HII Features: Emolliency,
Increases Viscosity
Functional Properties: Viscosity builder

Foam booster/stabilizer

Provides skin softness and moisturization

Emulsifier

Emollient

Solubilizer for active ingredients (Salicylic Acid and Triclosan)
Product Features: Preservative Free

Naturally derived

Amide alternative

Moisturized, hydrated feel

Significantly improves skin hydration, even after 24 hours compared to untreated skin

Equal performance to silicones without being “heavy”

100% Bio-based from vegetable feedstock

Comparable performance to both large and small particle size silicones

Liquid, cold-mixable

Boosts viscosity building
Biodegradability: Product is biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Markets: HI&I Care,
Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
AP/Deo,
Bath & Shower,
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care,
Treatment Products
HI&I Care — Home Care
Dish Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format: Balm,
Bar,
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Oil,
Rinse Off,
Spray
Bath & Shower Applications: Bar Soaps,
Body Wash,
Shower Gels
Color Cosmetic Applications: Lip Balm,
Lip Scrub
Hair Care Applications: Anti-Dandruff Products,
Beard Oil,
Hair Conditioner,
Hair Creams,
Hair Oil,
Hair Styling Products,
Hair Treatment & Repair,
Shampoos & Rinses
Home Care Applications: Liquid Dishwash
Personal Hygiene Applications: Hand Soap
Skin Care Applications: Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Hand Cream,
Massage Products,
Night Creams
Sun Care Applications: After Sun Products
Treatment Product Applications: Anti-Dandruff Products
End Product Uses: Body Washes

Liquid Soaps

Shampoos

Creams/Lotions

Cosmetic Make-Up

Bubble Baths

Facial Cleansers

Soap Bars

Solid and Anhydrous Antiperspirants

Hair Conditioners

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Color	13	—	Klett Colorimeter
Density	0.965	g/ml	—
Actives Content	100	%	—
Flash Point	min. 94	°C	PMCC Flash Point Tester
Freeze Point	-16.7	°C	—
Viscosity (at 25°C)	50	cPs	—
Pour Point	-11.8	°C	—
Refractive Index (at 25°C)	1.4439	—	—
Saponification Value	334	mg KOH/gm	—
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals	0	%	U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: Safer Choice
Chemical Inventories: DSL (Canada),
TSCA (USA)
Clearances: STEPAN-MILD L3 is also approved for use as a cosmetic ingredient in Japan and Korea.

STEPAN-MILD L3 meets the U.S. EPA Safe Choice Program’s surfactant screen.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Drums,
Totes (IBC)
Standard Packaging: STEPAN-MILD L3 is available in drums (55 gallon) and totes.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling: Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed with handling STEPAN-MILD L3. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.

It is recommended that STEPAN-MILD L3 be stored in sealed containers and prolonged storage above 32 °C (90 °F) be avoided. Avoid overheating or freezing.