Liquid product with a Combination of Ethylhexyl Glycerine a multifunctional cosmetic additive along with Benzyl alcohol known for its antimicrobial activity. EHG improves the interfacial tension at the cell membrane of microorganisms improving the preservative activity of Benzyl alcohol. This is the most eco-compatible preservative that effectively stabilises cosmetic formulations containing water phase creams, lotions, tonics, shampoos.
| Benzyl Alcohol | 88.5 – 91.5% |
| Ethyl Hexyl Glycerine | 8.5 – 11.5% |
| Tocopherol | <= 1% |
| Benzyl Alcohol | Ethylhexyl Glycerine | |
|---|---|---|
| CAS No. | 100 -51 - 6 | 70445-33-9 |
| EINECS No. | 202-859-9 | 408-080-2 |
| Chemical Name | Benzyl Alcohol | 3-(2-Ethylhexyloxy) propane-1, 2-diol |
| Chemical Formula | C 7 H 8 O | C 11 H 24 O 3 |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 | 204.306 |
| Structure |  |
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| Description | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Odour | Characteristic |
| Colour (Hazan) | Max. 60 |
| Density at 20°C | 1.03 – 1.04 |
| Refractive index at 20°C | 1.525 – 1.537 |
| pH value ( 10grams / 1lit at 20°C) | ~5 |
| Boiling point range | > 100°C |
| Flash point | > 102°C |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in polar solvents such as Propylene Glycol and non-soluble in non-polar solvents |
| Water solubility | One gram in 100grams of water at 20°C |
Leave-on, wet wipes and sensitive applications.
Maximum 1.1% as per European, Asian Cosmetic Directive and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (USA).
The material can be handled in stainless steel, Polyethylene (PE), Hard PVC, Polyamide (PA) and hard Polyvinyl Chloride is the most suitable for concentrated product. The sealing material can be Fluorine Rubber or Polytetrafluoro ethylene (PTFE).
The material should be stored in original container at room temperature and product must be protected from direct sunlight. If the consumption size is smaller than the original container, it is preferable to close the balance quantity with inert sealing.
2 years from the date of manufacturing if the storage condition is maintained as per above instruction.
250 kg, 35 kg in HDPE Barrel or Carboy
