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TRI-K Industries, Inc. KeraPlant NPNF®

TRI-K Industries, Inc. KeraPlant NPNF® is a vegetable substitute for animal-based keratin. It enhances protein integrity & instantly seals & repairs split ends after thermal & mechanical damage. Hair will be re-energized, leaving it nourished & moisturized. This product is sustainable and contains no GMOs, parabens, or formaldehyde. In sensory evaluation, our vegetable keratin alternative tested superior to a commercial product across all categories, including detangling, conditioning, moisturizing, smoothness & nourishment. This product is proven to repair & revitalize all types of hair around the globe.

INCI Name: Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

Functions: Protective Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin, Vegetable Origin

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Formaldehyde-free, GMO-free, Naturally Derived, Paraben-free, Sustainable, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan

Benefit Claims: Conditioning, Detangling, Film Forming, Hair Protection, Hair Repair, Hair Straightening, Moisturizing, Nourishing, Prevents Hair Breakage, Repairing, Revitalizing, Smoothing, Split Ends Repair, Substantivity, Thermal Protection

Certifications & Compliance: IECIC (China)

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
EINECS No.
271-770-5, 309-358-5, 309-349-6

Features & Benefits

Benefits and Features
  • Improves tryptophan levels & enhances protein integrity after harsh chemical treatments
  • Instantly seals & repairs split ends after thermal & mechanical damage
  • Aids in hair repair after bleaching Smooths for easier detangling
  • Re-energizes hair by leaving it nourished & moisturized
  • Multi-cultural vegan keratin
  • Broad amino acid range for optimized damage recovery
  • Substantive to hair surface to help repair from damage
  • Proven & effective for all hair types
  • Animal free keratin alternative
  • Sustainable & vegetable sourced
  • GMO-free, paraben & formaldehyde free
  • Water soluble & highly compatible with personal care ingredients
Product Highlights

KeraPlant NPNF® has a perfect combination of 3 key proteins that are essential to hair health, damage recovery and split end repair

  • Provides a broad range of amino acids that helps to create a uniform film on the hair surface which provides cuticle protection preventing tryptophan degradation that leads to weakened & damaged hair.
  • These amino acids work via a complementary mechanism

Applications & Uses

Use Level
1 - 5 %
Applications
  • Shampoos
  • Conditioners
  • Hair Serums
  • Hair Masks
  • Leave-On Products
  • Styling Products

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Pale cream free-flowing powder
Odor
Characteristic slight
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Non-volatile Matter (1g/1hr/105°C)min. 20.0%
pH (Direct at 25°C)4.0 - 6.0
Colormax. 13GardnerASTM D6166
Ash (at 800°C)max. 4.0%
Heavy Metalsmax. 20ppm
Arsenicmax. 2ppm
Arginine18 - 22%
Lysine1 - 3%
Alanine2 - 4%
Phenylalanine3 - 5%
Proline8 - 12%
Glycine Content3 - 5%
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Aerobic Bacteria (No Pathogens)max. 100CFU/mL
Yeast & Molds Countmax.100CFU/mL

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance