Polyethylene 400

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Waxes

INCI Name

Polyethylene

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Binder,

Gel Former,

Plasticizer,

Viscosity Modifier

CAS No.

9002-88-4

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Fats, Butters & Waxes,

Rheology Modifiers,

Texturizers & Fillers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Binding,

Compatibility,

Good Consistency,

Good Gelling Properties,

Plasticizing,

Structuring,

Versatility,

Viscosity Boosting

Labeling Claims

1,4-Dioxane-free,

Allergen-free,

BSE-free,

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Ethylene Oxide-free,

Formaldehyde releasing substances-free,

Formaldehyde-free,

Fragrance allergen-free,

Gluten-free,

Glycol ether-free,

Heavy Metal-free,

Nanomaterials-free,

Non-GMO,

Not Tested on Animals,

Palm Oil-free,

Paraben-free,

Pathogen-free,

Phthalates-free,

Preservative-free,

Propylene Oxide-Free,

SVHC Chemicals-free,

Solvent-free,

TSE-free,

Triclosan-free,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty,

VOC-free,

Vegan

Functions

• High binding strength
• Gelling agent
• Viscosity modifier
• Plasticizer
• Improves structure, oil retention, and pay-off for stick applications

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Color Cosmetics,

Hair Care,

Oral Care

Application Format

Leave On,

Stick

Color Cosmetic Applications

Concealer,

Lipstick,

Mascara

Hair Care Applications

Pomade

Recommended Applications

• Color Cosmetics
• Concealer
• Lipstick
• Mascara
• Pomades
• Stick Formulations

Compatibility

Polyethylene Wax is compatible with many vegetable and mineral waxes and a variety of natural and synthetic ingredients.

Properties

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Melting Point	74.4 - 85.6	°C	ASTM D-127
Needle Penetration (at 25 °C)	5 - 15	—	ASTM D-1321
Viscosity (at 212 °F)	3 - 7	—	ASTM D-3236

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

EINECS (EU)

Regulatory Information

• Globally accepted
• Non-GMO
• Vegan
• No animal testing
• No BSE/ TSE
• No Heavy Metals
• No Nanomaterials
• No Nutritional Content
• No Microbial Content
• No Residual Solvents
• Does not contain palm oil
• May contain BHT up to 25 ppm
• No Preservatives, including Triclosan
• NO VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds)
• No Food Fragrance Allergens, including gluten
• No 1,4 dioxane, ethylene oxide, and propylene oxide
• No SVHCs in concentration above 0.1% according to REACH
• No Parabens, Phathalates, Glycol Ethers, Formaldehyde or Formaldehyde Releasers
• Complies with Title 21 CFR 172.886 (direct food additives) and 178.3710 (indirect food additives)