HECTOGEL CCTG

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,

Disteardimonium Hectorite,

Propylene Carbonate

Ingredient Origin

Non-Animal Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Viscosity Modifier

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Consistent Suspension,

Cost Effective,

Excellent Stability,

High Viscosity,

Low Odor,

Stabilizing,

Thermal Stability,

Viscosity Boosting

Labeling Claims

Clean at Sephora,

Credo Clean Standard,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Skin Care

Applications

Non-animal origin rheological additive for cosmetics

Properties

Physical Form

Paste

Odor

Faint odor

Appearance

Light buff paste

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	max. 100	CFU/g	USP61
Total Combined Yeast/Molds Count	max. 100	CFU/g	USP61

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Residue on Ignition (at 600℃, 2g, 2hours)	approx. 7.6 - 8.2	%	USP42 <733>
Viscosity (at 2.5 rpm, 30sec, TF spindle)	approx. 1,500 - 3,200	Pa.s	-

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Antimony Content	max. 5	ppm	USP42 <233> ICP-MS
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm	USP42 <233> ICP-MS
Cadmium Content	max. 5	ppm	USP42 <233> ICP-MS
Lead Content	max. 10	ppm	USP42 <233> ICP-MS
Mercury Content	max. 1	ppm	KP10 <AAS> Mercury Analyzer

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 Years

Retest Date

• Two years from the date of production.
• Store away from excessive heat.