STEPAN® PEARL 4

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Cocamide MEA,

Glycol Distearate,

Laureth-12,

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Pearlescent Agent,

Surfactant,

Surfactant (Anionic)

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Visual Modifiers

Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers

Anionic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Pearlescent Effect

Labeling Claims

Bio-based,

Naturally Derived,

Plant-Based,

Sustainable,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Hand Hygiene

Application Format

Rinse Off

Bath & Shower Applications

Body Wash,

Bubble Bath

Hair Care Applications

Shampoos & Rinses

Personal Hygiene Applications

Hand Soap

Skin Care Applications

Facial Cleanser

Applications

• STEPAN PEARL 4 is a special blend which enables the formulator to incorporate a pearlescent appearance into shampoos, bubble baths, handsoaps, and other personal care products without additional heating or extended processing time.
• The unique emulsifier package in STEPAN PEARL 4 produces excellent pearlescence through cold blending. This eliminates the need for external heating such as with mono and di-stearates and allows the formulator to produce a product at ambient temperatures. As a result, the formulator benefits from direct energy savings as well as quicker batch cycling.
• It is recommended that STEPAN PEARL 4 be incorporated into alcohol sulfate or alcohol ethoxylate systems. Common use levels of 1% to 5%, depending on the desired intensity of pearlescence, are recommended. Typically, 2.5% to 3% will achieve an esthetically acceptable pearl.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

White, pearlescent cream (at 25°C)

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Solids Content	46.5	%	—
pH (10% in aqueous solution)	7	—	—
Density	1.02	g/ml	—
Sodium Chloride Content	2	%	—
Viscosity (at 25°C)	6000	cPs	—
Freeze Point	4	°C	—
Pour Point	7	°C	—
Flash Point	min. 94	°C	PMCC Flash Point Tester
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals	0	%	U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Kosher

Chemical Inventories

AICS (Australia),

DSL (Canada),

ECL (Korea),

EINECS (EU),

ENCS (Japan),

IECSC (China),

NZIoC (New Zealand),

PICCS (Phillipines),

TCSI (Taiwan),

TSCA (USA)

Clearances

All components of STEPAN PEARL 4 are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 3088-31-1, 627-83-8, 68140-00-1, 9002- 92-0), Europe (EINECS 221-416-0, 268-770-2, 211-014-3), Canada (DSL 3088-31-1, 627-83-8, 68140-00-1, 9002-92-0), Australia (AICS 3088-31-1, 627-83-8, 68140-00-1, 9002-92-0), Philippines (PICCS 3088-31-1, 627-83-8, 68140-00-1, 9002-92-0), Japan (ENCS 2-1682, 2-827, 2-2492x, 7-97) and China (ENCSC 3088-31- 1, 627-83-8, 68140-00-1, 9002-92-0).

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Drums

Standard Packaging

STEPAN PEARL 4 is available in 55 gallon drums (450 lb, 204 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

• Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPAN PEARL 4. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
• It is recommended that STEPAN PEARL 4 be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures between 40°F (4.5°C) and 110°F (43.3°C). Avoid overheating or freezing.