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Contents
Sulfate-Free Surfactants 4
Sulfate and Sulfate-Free Surfactants 14
Silicones 16
Emollients and Solvents 23
Dispersants 24
Conditioning Agents 24
Chelating Agents 25
Rheology Modifiers 25
Emulsifiers 25
Skin Anti-Aging and Brightening Agents 25
Pearlizers and Viscosity Modifiers 26
Pearl Concentrates 26
Self-Emulsifying Waxes 27
Hydrotropes 27
Anti-Bacterial Agent 27
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ISETHIONATE SURFACTANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Iselux® Sodium 928663-45-0 80% 80% active, 4.8 - 8.5• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free anionic surfactant
RSPO Mass Lauroyl Methyl white, to for clear and opaque systems.
Balance version Isethionate off-white,
available
waxy flakes.

Iselux® Sodium 928663-45-0 80% 80% active, 4.8 - 8.5• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free anionic surfactant
CO Lauroyl Methyl white, to for clear and opaque systems.
Isethionate off-white, Derived from coconut.
waxy flakes.

Iselux® Sodium 928663-45-0 80% 32% active, 4.8 - 8.5• Sodium benzoate Sulfate-free anionic surfactant
LQ-CLR-SB Lauroyl Methyl clear, pale for clear and opaque systems.
RSPO Mass Isethionate yellow liquid.
Balance version
available

Iselux® Sodium 2244880-58-6 80% 80% active, 4.8 - 8.5• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free anionic surfactant
SCMI Cocoyl Methyl white, to for clear and opaque systems.
RSPO Mass Isethionate off-white,
Balance version flakes or chips.
available

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 78% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-78 Isethionate fine, white surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass powder. Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 78% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-78 Flakes Isethionate off-white flakes. surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 78% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-78C Isethionate off-white, easy surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass to disperse Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version noodles. bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 50% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-78-6 Isethionate off-white paste. surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 80% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-80P Isethionate fine, white surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass powder. Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 85% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-85F Isethionate white, to surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass off-white, Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version flakes or chips. bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

•
excluding soap bars
4 ◊
low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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ISETHIONATE SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 85% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free mild anionic
I-85C Isethionate easy to surfactant for opaque systems.
RSPO Mass disperse Ideal for syndet and combo
Balance version noodles. bars, and hot process opaque
available
liquid formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 85% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free, low free fatty
I-85E Flakes Isethionate white, to acid, mild anionic surfactant
RSPO Mass off-white, for opaque systems. Ideal for
Balance version flakes or chips. syndet and combo bars, and
available
hot process opaque liquid
formulations.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0 86% 85% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free, low free fatty
I-85EC Isethionate white, to acid, mild anionic surfactant
RSPO Mass off-white, easy for opaque systems. Ideal for
Balance version to disperse syndet and combo bars, and
available
noodles. hot process opaque liquid
formulations.

Pureact Sodium Lauroyl 7381-01-3 86% 80% active, 6.0 - 8.0• Preservative-free◊ Very high foaming sulfate-free
SLI Isethionate white flakes. mild anionic surfactant.
RSPO Mass
Balance version
available

ISELUX® PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATES

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Iselux® Sodium 928663-45-0, 80% Clear, to 5.5 - 8.5 Sodium benzoate Concentrated surfactant blend
SFS-SB Lauroyl Methyl 61789-40-0, slightly (when used for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass Isethionate (and) 61789-32-0, hazy liquid. alone) such as shampoos and body
Balance version Cocamidopropyl 137-20-2 4.8 - 8.5 washes. Simply add water
available
Betaine (and) (when used to dilute and salt to thicken
Sodium Cocoyl with co- to develop stable systems
Isethionate (and) surfactants) delivering dense mild creamy
Sodium Methyl lather.
Oleoyl Taurate

Iselux® Sodium 928663-45-0, 77% Clear, to 4.8 - 6.0 Sodium benzoate Cold process, concentrated
SLC Lauroyl Methyl 68608-66-2, slightly hazy surfactant blend for
RSPO Mass Isethionate 68333-82-4 liquid. formulating structured, sulfate-
Balance version (and) Sodium free personal care products,
available
Lauroam- where high levels of oils and/
phoacetate (and) or silicones, or suspended
Cocamide MIPA benefitting agents are desired.

Iselux® Sodium 61789-40-0, 81% Clear and 5.5 - 8.5 Sodium benzoate Concentrated surfactant
Ultra Mild Lauroyl Methyl 928663-45- brilliant liquid. blend developed for use in
RSPO Mass Isethionate (and) 0, 137-20-2, cleanser applications where
Balance version Cocamidopropyl 110615-47-9, an ultra-mild formulation is
available
Betaine (and) 68515-73-1 desired. Features an extremely
Sodium Methyl low irritancy profile to protect
Oleoyl Taurate delicate skin and eyes.
(and) Lauryl
Glucoside (and)
Coco-Glucoside

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ISELUX® PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATES (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium C14- 68439-57-6, <50% 43-47% active, 4.8 - 8.5 Sodium benzoate Concentrated surfactant blend
BB 16 Olefin 61789-40-0, yellow, flowable developed for economical
Sulfonate (and) 928663-45-0 liquid that is sulfate-free personal care
Cocamidopropyl clear, to slightly products. It is a high foaming,
Betaine (and) hazy. optimized blend producing a
Sodium crystal clear finished formula.
Lauroyl Methyl Only requires the addition
Isethionate of water for dilution and
sodium chloride for viscosity
adjustments.

ISETHIONATE SURFACTANT BLENDS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32-0, 86% 64-68% active, 4.0 - 10.0 Preservative-free◊ Optimized syndet base
SNDT-65 Isethionate (and) 57-11-4 white, to surfactant blend for dense
Stearic Acid off-white flakes. luxurious lather in combo and
syndet bars.

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 61789-32- 86% 55-70% active, 4.0 - 10.0 Preservative-free◊ A unique, ready-to-use, flaked
SNDT-CB Isethionate (and) 0, 57-11-4, hard, solid base which is intended to be
Stearic Acid 928663-45-0, (pastilles, used in combo bars. Designed
(and) Sodium 67701-05-7, flakes, needles for use in combo bars
Lauroyl Methyl 1562-00-1 or granules). between 10% and 30%, as is.
Isethionate (and) This patent pending blend
Coconut Acid of SCI and Iselux® is easy to
(and) Sodium process and leaves the bar
Isethionate smooth at both cold and hot
water temperatures.

PERFORMANCE SURFACTANT CONCENTRATES

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empicol® Sodium C14-16 68439-57-6, >5% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Concentrated sulfate-free
XCT 14 Olefin Sulfonate 68334-21-4, soft paste. surfactant blend with low
RSPO Mass (and) Sodium 68140-00-1 irritation profile and optimized
Balance version Cocoam- foam characteristics. For use
available
phoacetate (and) in cleansing products such as
Cocamide MEA shampoos and body wash.

Pureact Decyl Glucoside 68515-73-1, 100% Clear, to 4.5 - 9.0 Preservative-free◊ Natural, mild, optimized blend
138 (and) Sodium 110615-47-9, slightly hazy, that requires no heat, easy to
Lauroyl Lactylate 58846-77-8, yellow to use, and provides exceptional
141464-42-8, amber liquid. foaming. Can be used in
13557-75-0 conjunction with anionic,
non-ionic, and amphoteric
surfactants.

6 low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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PERFORMANCE SURFACTANT CONCENTRATES (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Disodium 68815-56-5, 63% Clear liquid. 6.0 – 8.0. Phenoxyethanol Alkyl and alkyl ether sulfate-
SIB-10 Laureth 61789-32-0, and free, ultra-mild, sulfate-free,
Sulfosuccinate 61789-40-0 ethylhexylglycerin multi-purpose surfactant
(and) Sodium concentrate that is optimized
Cocoyl to produce excellent foaming
Isethionate (and) in finished products.
Cocamidopropyl
Betaine

TAURATE SURFACTANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Methyl 137-20-2 86% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Low odor and low color
MS-CG Oleoyl Taurate viscous long-chain viscosity building
RSPO Mass material. surfactant that is stable across
Balance version a broad pH range and is a
available
moderate foamer. Based on
soy.

Pureact Sodium Methyl 4337-75-1 80% 90% active, 6.0 - 8.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild anionic surfactant with
TR-L90 Lauroyl Taurate off-white, very low level of residual
RSPO Mass to tan, flakes sodium chloride.
Balance version or chips.
available

Pureact Sodium Methyl 61791-42-2 81% 24% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High flash foaming mild
WS Cocoyl Taurate off-white, anionic surfactant for
pearlescent, transparent formulations,
soft paste. stable at extreme pH; easy to
handle at room temperature.
Based on coconut.

Pureact Sodium Methyl 61791-42-2 81% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High flash foaming mild
WS Conc Cocoyl Taurate off-white, anionic surfactant for
pearlescent, transparent formulations
soft paste. at extreme pH. Based on
coconut.

Pureact Sodium Methyl 61791-42-2 85% 75% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High flash foaming mild
WSP Cocoyl Taurate white, free- anionic surfactant for
flowing transparent formulations
powder. at extreme pH. Foaming
agent, for use in oral care
applications. Based on
coconut.

Pureact Sodium Methyl 61791-42-2 81% 20% active 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Specifically designed for
WS-70 Cocoyl Taurate liquid. ease of handling. High
flash foaming mild anionic
surfactant for transparent
formulations at extreme pH.
Based on coconut.

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SARCOSINATE SURFACTANT
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Lauroyl 137-16-6 80% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Sodium benzoate Sulfate-free anionic surfactant,
LSR Sarcosinate clear, almost providing dense lather and
colorless liquid. aiding foam stability. Can be
used in clear formulations
and is stable over a wide pH
range. Ideal co-surfactant.

ALKYL AND ALKYL ETHER SULFOSUCCINATE SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Disodium 67815-88-7 72% 35% active, 5.5 - 8.0 Preservative-free◊ Sulfate-free anionic surfactant.
MD-318 Oleamido (related clear liquid. Achieves high viscosity, high
MIPA- CAS No: foaming systems at low use
Sulfosuccinate 43154-85-4) levels. Compatible with
cationic conditioners.

Empicol® Disodium 68815-56-5, 56% 33% active, 5.5 - 8.0 Sodium benzoate Mild anionic surfactant
SDD/O Laureth 39354-45-5 clear liquid. with excellent foaming
RSPO Mass Sulfosuccinate characteristics. For use in
Balance version cleansing products such as
available
shampoo, body wash and
baby care.

ALKYL ETHER CARBOXYLIC ACIDS AND SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Trideceth-7 56388-96-6 non- 90% active, 4.0 - 10.0 Preservative-free◊ Free-acid surfactant designed
T-A Carboxylic Acid vegetable clear, light to improve mildness and
yellow, slightly conditioning of products.
viscous liquid.

Empicol® Laureth-11 27306-90-7 <50% 86% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Free-acid high active and
CBJ Carboxylic Acid clear liquid. moderate foaming mild
RSPO Mass anionic co-surfactant designed
Balance version to improve mildness.
available
Neutralization can be
achieved with a wide range of
neutralizing agents. For use
in cleansing products such
as shampoo, body wash and
baby care. Stable over a wide
range of pH. Good detergency
and emulsification properties.

Empicol® Laureth-5 27306-90-7 54% 92% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Free-acid high active mild
CED5 Carboxylic Acid clear liquid. anionic co-surfactant designed
RSPO Mass to improve mildness.
Balance version Neutralization can be
available
achieved with a wide range of
neutralizing agents. For use
in cleansing products such
as shampoo, body wash and
baby care. Stable over a wide
range of pH. Good detergency
and emulsification properties.

8 low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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COCAMIDE SURFACTANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empilan® Cocamide DEA 8051-30-7 77% 85% active, 5.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Non-ionic co-surfactant which
2502 clear liquid. can boost formulation viscosity
RSPO Mass and improve foam stability/
Balance version volume, in the presence of
available
hard water and soap. Useful
to solubilize a wide range
of perfumes and active
ingredients.

Empilan® Cocamide MIPA 68333-82-4 81% 95% active, 5.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Non-ionic co-surfactant which
CIS off-white flakes. boost formulation viscosity
and improve foam stability/
volume in the presence of
hard water and soap.

Empilan® Cocamide MEA 68140-00-1 87% 85% active, 5.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Non-ionic co-surfactant which
CME/T off-white flakes. can boost formulation viscosity
and improve foam stability/
volume in the presence of
hard water and soap.

Empilan® PEG-5 Cocamide 61791-08-0 <50% 85% active, 5.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Non-ionic co-surfactant,
MAA/SI amber, viscous emulsifier and solubilizer.
liquid. Boost stability and volume of
foam also in presence of hard
water and soap.

GLUCOSIDE SURFACTANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Coco-Glucoside 110615-47-9, 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild, naturally derived
Gluco C 68515-73-1 light yellow, surfactant that is easy to
RSPO Mass turbid liquid. process.
Balance version
available

Pureact Coco-Glucoside 110615-47-9, 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Coconut version of Pureact
Gluco C CO 68515-73-1 light yellow, Gluco C.
turbid liquid.

Pureact Decyl Glucoside 68515-73-1, 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild, naturally derived
Gluco D 110615-47-9, light yellow, surfactant that provides
RSPO Mass 58846-77-8, turbid liquid. excellent foaming.
Balance version 141464-42-8
available

Pureact Decyl Glucoside 68515-73-1, 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Coconut version of Pureact
Gluco D CO 110615-47-9, light yellow, Gluco D.
58846-77-8, turbid liquid.
141464-42-8

Pureact Lauryl Glucoside 110615-47-9 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild, naturally derived
Gluco L light yellow, surfactant that can markedly
RSPO Mass turbid liquid/ contribute to building
Balance version paste. viscosity with Iselux®/
available
cocamidopropyl betaine or
SLES/cocamidopropyl betaine
systems.

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GLUCOSIDE SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Lauryl Glucoside 110615-47-9 100% 50% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Coconut version of Pureact
Gluco L CO light yellow, Gluco L.
turbid liquid/
paste.

GLYCINATE SURFACTANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Cocoyl 90387-74-9 86%‡ 30% solids, 4.0 - 10.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild, sulfate-free primary or
SCG Glycinate almost clear (for opaque secondary surfactant.
RSPO Mass liquid. systems)
Balance version 6.0 - 10.0
available
(for clear
systems)

Pureact Sodium Lauroyl 90387-74-9 86%‡ 30% solids, 4.0 - 10.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild, sulfate-free primary or
SLG Glycinate almost clear (for opaque secondary surfactant.
RSPO Mass liquid. systems)
Balance version 6.0 - 10.0
available
(for clear
systems)

GLUTAMATE SURFACTANT
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium Lauroyl 29923-31-7 100% 20% active, 4.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Naturally derived, mild anionic
GLT Glutamate clear, to surfactant for use in rinse-off
RSPO Mass slightly turbid, applications such as facial
Balance version yellowish liquid. cleansers, shampoos and hand
available
washes.

ALKYL AMPHOACETATES AND AMPHODIACETATE SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Pureact Sodium 68608-66-2 66% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
LAA Lauroam- yellow, to for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass phoacetate amber liquid. such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactant.

10 low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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ALKYL AMPHOACETATES AND AMPHODIACETATE SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empigen® Sodium 68608-66-2, 66% 35% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
CDL Lauroam- 68647-44-9 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
30/J/35 phoacetate such as shampoos, body
RSPO Mass wash and baby care. Excellent
Balance version compatibility with anionic,
available
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactants. Improves foam
quality even with soap and
hard water.

Empigen® Sodium 68608-66-2, 66% 28% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
CDL 60/P Lauroam- 68647-44-9 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass phoacetate such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactants. Improves foam
quality even with soap and
hard water.

Empigen® Disodium 68334-21-4, 66% 50% solid, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
5151 Cocoam- 68650-39-5 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass phodiacetate such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactants. Improves foam
quality even with soap and
hard water.

Empigen® Sodium 68334-21-4, 66% 50% solid, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
CDR 2M Cocoam- 68650-39-5 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass phoacetate such as shampoos, body
Balance version (and) Disodium wash and baby care. Excellent
available
Cocoam- compatibility with anionic,
phodiacetate non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactants. Improves foam
quality even with soap and
hard water.

Empigen® Sodium 68334-21-4, 68% 34% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
CDR 60 Cocoam- 68650-39-5 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass phoacetate such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over
a wide pH range. Helps
mitigate irritation from primary
surfactants. Improves foam
quality even with soap and
hard water.

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OLEFIN SULFONATE SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Nansa® Sodium C14-16 68439-57-6 non- 38% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Sodium benzoate EO-free primary anionic
LSS 38/AV Olefin Sulfonate vegetable clear liquid. surfactant with hard water and
electrolyte tolerance. Provides
rich lather, for use in cleansing
products such as body washes
and shampoos. Stable in
acidic conditions.

Nansa® Sodium C14-16 68439-57-6 non- 37-39% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LSS 38/U Olefin Sulfonate vegetable amber liquid. surfactant with hard water and
electrolyte tolerance. Provides
rich lather, for use in cleansing
products such as body washes
and shampoos. Stable in
acidic conditions.

Nansa® Sodium C14-16 68439-57-6 non- 80% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High active EO-free primary
LSS 480/H Olefin Sulfonate vegetable fine, off-white anionic surfactant with
powder. hard water and electrolyte
tolerance. Provides rich lather,
for use in cleansing products
such as body washes and
shampoos. Stable in acidic
conditions.

Nansa® Sodium C14-16 68439-57-6 non- 95% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High active EO-free primary
LSS 495/H Olefin Sulfonate vegetable fine, off-white anionic surfactant with
powder. hard water and electrolyte
tolerance. Provides rich lather,
for use in cleansing products
such as body washes and
shampoos. Stable in acidic
conditions.

ALKYL AND ALKYLAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empigen® Lauryl Betaine 66455-29-6, 76% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
BB 68424-94-2 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass such as shampoos, body
Balance version washes and baby care.
available
Excellent compatibility with
anionic, non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over a wide
pH range.

Empigen® Lauryl Betaine 66455-29-6, 76% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Low sodium chloride content
BB/HP 68424-94-2 clear liquid. mild amphoteric co-surfactant
RSPO Mass for use in cleansing products
Balance version such as shampoos, body
available
wash and baby care. Excellent
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over a wide
pH range.

12 low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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ALKYL AND ALKYLAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empigen® Coco-Betaine 66455-29-6, 76% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
CBET 68424-94-2 clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over a wide
pH range.

Empigen® Cocamido- 61789-40-0 68% 30% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Sodium benzoate Mild amphoteric co-surfactant
BS/FA propyl Betaine clear liquid. for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over a wide
pH range.

Empigen® Cocamido- 61789-40-0 66% 35% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Sodium benzoate Low sodium chloride content
Total Active propyl Betaine clear liquid. mild amphoteric co-surfactant
TC/U for use in cleansing products
RSPO Mass such as shampoos, body
Balance version wash and baby care. Excellent
available
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Ideal for use in
hair coloring shampoos with
direct dyes due to its low level
of salt (salt has been shown
to impede the deposition of
certain direct dyes onto hair
from shampoos). Stable over a
wide pH range.

Empigen® Cocamido- 61789-40-0 66% 35% active, 3.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High active mild amphoteric
BS/H50 propyl Betaine clear liquid. co-surfactant for use in
RSPO Mass cleansing products such
Balance version as shampoos, body wash
available
and baby care. Excellent
compatibility with anionic,
non-ionic and cationic
surfactants. Stable over a wide
pH range.

COCOATE FOR LIQUID SOAP

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Nansa® Potassium 61789-30-8 100% 35% active, Preservative-free◊ Traditional cleansing agent
PC 38/F Cocoate clear liquid. often used in liquid soaps.
RSPO Mass
Balance version
available

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AMINE OXIDES
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empigen® Lauramine 308062-28-4, 87% 30% active Preservative-free◊ Excellent low pH and stability,
OB Oxide 85408-49-7, liquid. compatible with cationic
RSPO Mass 70592-80-2 surfactants and polymers.
Balance version
available

Empigen® Cocamido- 68155-09-9 73% 30% active Preservative-free◊ Excellent low pH and stability,
OS/A propylamine liquid. compatible with cationic
RSPO Mass Oxide surfactants and polymers.
Balance version
available

ALKYL AND ALKYL ETHER SULFATE SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empicol® Ammonium 68081-96-9 100% 28% active, <7.0 Sodium benzoate EO-free primary anionic surfactant
AL 30/AV Lauryl Sulfate clear liquid. providing rich lather. For use
RSPO Mass in cleansing products such as
Balance version shampoos and body washes.
available

Empicol® Ammonium 68081-96-9 100% 68% active, <7.0 Preservative-free◊ High active EO-free primary
AL 70 Lauryl Sulfate soft paste. anionic surfactant providing
RSPO Mass rich lather. For use in cleansing
Balance version products such as shampoos
available
and body washes.

Empicol® Ammonium 67762-19-0 68% 70% active, - Preservative-free◊ High active primary anionic
EAC 70 Laureth Sulfate soft paste. surfactant providing rich lather.
RSPO Mass For use in cleansing products
Balance version such as shampoos and body
available
washes.

Empicol® Magnesium 67762-21-4 68% 70% active, 5.0 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ High active primary anionic
EGC 70 Laureth Sulfate soft paste. surfactant providing rich lather.
RSPO Mass For use in cleansing products
Balance version such as shampoos and body
available
washes.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 151-21-3 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
0045/B Sulfate fine, off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Coco 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
CZ/N* Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LX/B Sulfate fine, off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

*Manufactured to meet the requirements of the monographs in the US and European Pharmacopoeia - see TDS for details
14 ◊
low microbial susceptibility, due to product pH, electrolyte level, water activity or combination thereof
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ALKYL AND ALKYL ETHER SULFATE SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Formulating Preservative Features
Name Derived pH Range system

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LX/N* Sulfate fine, off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LXV/B Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass needles. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LXV/N* Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass needles. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LZ/B Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LZ/N* Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass powder. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, 3.5 - 11.0 Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LZV/B Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass needles. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

Empicol® Sodium Lauryl 68585-47-7 100% 92% active, - Preservative-free◊ EO-free primary anionic
LZV/N* Sulfate off-white surfactant with hard water and
RSPO Mass needles. electrolyte tolerance. Provides
Balance version rich lather. For use in cleansing
available
products such as body washes
and shampoos.

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COSMETICS FLUIDS
Product INCI Name Diluent Viscosity NVC % Refractive Features
Name (cs) (non-volatile Index
content)

Cosmetic Dimethicone (and) DM 5,000 100.0 1.3960 Popular ingredient for dry skin in daily care and
Fluid Dimethiconol sun care protection. High viscosity skin emollient
0515-OH widely used in skin slip application. Smooth
feeling and non-tacky.

Cosmetic Dimethicone DM 2,700 100.0 1.3991 Excellent emollient with skin protecting
Fluid properties. Offers water resistance to skin lotions
1406-DM and creams. Cyclic-free compound.

Cosmetic Dimethicone (and) DM 2,000 100.0 1.3975 Silicone skin emollient with water resistance
Fluid Dimethiconol properties. Smooth application. Can be
1406-OH incorporated in sunscreens for added water
resistance and dry skin reduction.

Cosmetic Dimethicone (and) DM/IDD 3,700 17.0 1.3900 Cyclic-free product with similar volatility as Cosmetic
Fluid Isododecane Fluid 1585-OH. Can be used as the base formula
1481-DM and modified with additional functional ingredients
or raw materials to create a cyclic-free product.

Cosmetic Cyclopentasiloxane D5 5,000 14.0 1.3979 Widely used silicone elastomer compound.
Fluid (and) Dimethiconol Excellent in shine products, treatments serums
1585-OH and hair conditioners.

Cosmetic Dimethicone (and) DM 600 100.0 1.4010 Unique blend of ultra high viscosity elastomer in
Fluid Dimethiconol a dimethicone base. Improves substantivity and
2006-OH aesthetics of emulsions, gels, emollients and sticks.
Used in a wide range of skin care applications.

Cosmetic Cyclopentasiloxane D5 250 40.0 1.3970 Lubricious, non-greasy silicone serum. Excellent
Fluid (and) Dimethicone skin lubricity without tackiness.
3569-DM

Cosmetic Dimethicone (and) OMTS 200 12.5 1.3900 Cyclic silicone-free volatile delivery system for
Fluid Dimethiconol (and) various skin care applications. Maintains excellent
8108-OH Trisiloxane playtime and dries to a matte finish.

Cosmetic Cyclopentasiloxane D5 1,600 10.0 1.3013 Moisture activated hair repair serum. Creates
Fluid (and) softness, shine and overall healthy hair with
8503-HALS Dimethiconol (and) patented free radical scavenging technology.
Propoxytetramethyl
Piperidinyl
Dimethicone

SILICONE GELLING AGENTS

Product INCI Name Diluent Viscosity NVC % Refractive Specific Features
Name (cs) (non-volatile Index Gravity
content)

Gelaid® Cyclopentasiloxane D5 11,500 18.0 1.3971 0.958 Used as base for hair shine products or micro-
8205 (and) Dimethicone emulsion gel laminators. High solids shine serum.
Provides quick volatility.

Gelaid® Cyclopentasiloxane D5 5,000 18.0 1.4019 0.960 Specifically designed gelling ingredient for
CPDP (and) Dimethicone formulating clear refractive index products.
(and) Phenyl Provides high gloss and heat protection for
Trimethicone non-chemical hair straighteners.

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SILICONE GELLING AGENTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name Diluent Viscosity NVC % Refractive Specific Features
Name (cs) (non-volatile Index Gravity
content)

Gelaid® Dimethicone (and) DM 4,700 - 20.0 1.4000 0.890 Cyclic-free formulated product specifically designed
CPDP-CF Phenyl Trimethicone 5,000 for making clear refractive index gel products. It
provides high gloss and protection to the hair from
thermal treatments such as blow drying.

Gelaid® Cyclopentasiloxane D5/D6 25,000 9.5 N/A 0.960 Pre-emulsified gelling agent that creates luxurious
CPE (and) Dimethicone/ creams and lotions. Specifically developed for
Vinyl Dimethicone cold mix process. Multi-phasic properties permit
Crosspolymer functional oil and water based active ingredients
(and) Hydroxyethyl to be incorporated.
Acrylate / Sodium
Acryloyl Dimethyl
Taurate Copolymer

Gelaid® Dimethicone (and) DM 62,000 92.0 N/A 0.770 Cyclic-free version of Gelaid® CPE. Same
CPE-CF Dimethicone/ properties with elimination of cyclopentasiloxane
Vinyl Dimethicone for formulas requiring cyclic-free raw materials.
Crosspolymer
(and) Hydroxyethyl
Acrylate / Sodium
Acryloyl Dimethyl
Taurate Copolymer

MACRO-EMULSIONS & SURFACTANTS

Product INCI Name Diluent NVC % Emulsion Type Features
Name (non-volatile
content)

Emulsil® Amodimethicone (and) Water 35.0 Cationic macro Strong cationic emulsion and organic quaternary
CC-30 Trideceth-12 (and) combination for rinse-off or leave-in conditioners.
Cetrimonium Chloride Non-animal derived cationic quat and non-tallow
surfactants.

Emulsil® Amodimethicone (and) Water 35.0 Cationic macro Highly engineered cationic emulsion with a small
CC-49 Cetrimonium Chloride controlled particle size to improve deposition
(and) Trideceth-12 of actives on the hair fiber. Leads to improved
wet and dry combing as well as hair softness.
Preserved with sodium benzoate.

Emulsil® Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 - - Non-ionic Alkyl Dimethicone copolyol silicone emulsifier which
S-290 Dimethicone is ideally suited to produce elegant W/O creams and
lotions but without the greasiness and heaviness of
typical water-in-oil systems. It is a non-ionic W/O
emulsifier based on silicone. The combination of
alkyl and PEG groups on the silicone backbone lead
to a HLB value of 3 which provides emulsification
and stabilization of W/O emulsions. The optimum
range for total oil content is 22-35%.

Emulsil® PEG-12 Dimethicone - - Non-ionic Water dispersible silicone copolyol surfactant used
S-393 as plasticizer and solubilizer in cosmetic systems.

Emulsil® PEG-10 Dimethicone - - Non-ionic Water dispersible silicone copolyol surfactant used
S-397 as plasticizer and solubilizer in cosmetic systems.

Emulsil® Lauryl PEG-9 - - Non-ionic 100% active, odorless water-in-silicone and

S-399 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl water-in-oil emulsifier. Oil and silicone dispersible
Dimethicone branched silicone glycol copolymer.

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MACRO-EMULSIONS & SURFACTANTS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name Diluent NVC % Emulsion Type Features

Name (non-volatile
content)

Emulsil® Cyclopentasiloxane D5 - Non-ionic Widely used in water-in-oil emulsifier/surfactant

WO-5115 (and) PEG/PPG-18/18 system. Base diluent is cyclopentasiloxane.
Dimethicone Excellent delivery system for sunscreens, anti-
perspirant actives and pigments.

Emulsil® Dimethicone (and) PEG/ D5 - Non-ionic Cyclic-free silicone, widely used in water-in-oil
WO-5116 PPG-18/18 Dimethiconol emulsifier/surfactant system. Base diluent is
cyclopentasiloxane. Excellent delivery system for
sunscreens, anti-perspirant actives and pigments.

MICRO EMULSIONS
Product INCI Name Features
Name

Microsil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone (and) Clear cationic emulsion with a balanced combination of amino-functional
Finish PF Cetrimonium Chloride (and) Cetrimonium Bromide silicones and cationic quats that can be used in a variety of water based
(and) Trideceth-6 (and) C11-15 Pareth-7 conditioning formulas. Delivers hair volume and anti-frizz protection as
well as hair softness and shine.

Microsil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone (and) Balanced combination of a patented cationic amine silicone with organic
Volume PF Cetrimonium Chloride (and) Trideceth-6 (and) C11-15 quats. Active silicone is a free radical scavenger that protects the hair
Pareth-7 while adding hair volume.

Microsil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone (and) Same aqueous cationic microemulsion as HAV-HV, but with a base
HAF-HVPF Trideceth-6 (and) C11-15 Pareth-7 fluid of 10,000 cSt. Provides hair color highlights and shine. This
microemulsion has minimal impact on viscosity and foam when
formulated into anionic shampoo bases.

Microsil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone (and) Hindered amine silicone microemulsion with unique cationic silicone
HAF-MVPF Trideceth-6 (and) C11-15 Pareth-7 with great substantively to hair. Clear compatibility in anionic detergent
systems. Perfect for clear 2-n-1 shampoos and body washes. Base fluid
viscosity is 90,000 cSt.

SPECIALITY PRODUCTS FOR UNIQUE APPLICATIONS

Product INCI Name Diluent Refractive Appearance Features
Name Index

Specsil Dimethicone (and) - 1.4030 Colorless, Water-in-silicone emulsifier/surfactant incorporates

K-12 Dimethicone PEG-10/15 translucent crosspolymer for luxurious skin feel. Can be used
Crosspolymer paste. in conjuction with Emulsil® S-397 to obtain stability.
Elegant water-break emulsions can be achieved
depending on the level of Emulsil® S-397.

Specsil Cyclopentasiloxane - 1.3980 Colorless, High solids clear elastomer gel. Good thickening
K-13 (and) Dimethicone/ transparent capability and suspension with large particles.
Vinyl Dimethicone gel. Provides elegant skin feel leaving matte finish on
Crosspolymer skin. Formulates excellent silky soft crème base.

Specsil Dimethicone (and) - 1.3980 Colorless, Silicone gel with volatile dimethicone carrier.
K-17 Dimethicone/ transparent Leaves a long lasting, silky, elegant skin feel.
Vinyl Dimethicone gel. Useful thickening agent for various oils.
Crosspolymer

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SPECIALITY PRODUCTS FOR UNIQUE APPLICATIONS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name Diluent Refractive Appearance Features
Name Index

Specsil Cyclopentasiloxane Cyclopentasiloxane - Crystal clear, Elastomer gel. Good thickening capability for
K-19 (and) Dimethicone to slightly suspension of larger particles. Provides an elegant
Crosspolymer translucent gel. skin feel leaving a matte finish on the skin.

Specsil Cyclopentasiloxane - 1.4110 Translucent Provides long lasting, soft, flexible film with
K-45 (and) Acrylates/ liquid. excellent water and oil repellency. Uses include
Dimethicone long lasting color cosmetics, water resistant
Copolymer sunscreens.

Specsil Isododecane (and) - 1.4000 Colorless, Same acrylate-silicone copolymer used in K-45
K-50 Acrylates/Dimethicone transparent for long lasting wear but utilises isododecane as
Copolymer gel. diluent. Cyclic silicone-free.

Specsil Cyclopentasiloxane - 1.3970 Colorless, Popular clear elastomer gel compound with a
K-51 (and) Dimethicone/ transparent luxuriously dry after-feel. Leaves a matte finish on
Vinyl Dimethicone gel. skin with a talc like after-feel. Used in skin care
Crosspolymer preparations. Volatile cyclic diluents for fast dry time.

Specsil Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl - 1.4900 Colorless, thin, Used extensively in hair care and lipcare products
K-56 Trimethicone transparent for superior shine due to high refractive index.
liquid. Light, greaseless after feel on hair and skin.

Specsil Phenyl Trimethicone - 1.4900 Colorless, thin, Used extensively in hair care products for
K-57 transparent superior shine due to high refractive index. Light,
liquid. greaseless after feel on hair and skin. Provides
gloss to lipcare products.

Specsil Trimethylsiloxysilicate - - White powder. Easy to disperse, 100% silicone resin. Provides
K-71 durable transfer and wash off resistance.

Specsil Cyclopentasiloxane - 1.4000 Crystal clear Low (<0.1) cyclotetrasiloxane version of K-73.
K-78 (and) to slightly hazy
Trimethylsiloxysilicate viscous liquid.

Specsil Dimethicone (and) - 1.4100 Crystal clear Similar to K-74. Silicone resin in a dimethicone
K-79 Trimethylsiloxysilicate to slightly hazy carrier formulated to have a target viscosity of
viscous liquid 700 cSt.

Specsil Dimethicone/ - - 60% aqueous Dispersion of two micron silicone powders. Excellent
SPD Vinyl Dimethicone dispersion. line filler, absorbs sebum. Leaves silky, talc-like feel
Crosspolymer when incorporated in skin care products.

VOLATILE FLUIDS
Product INCI Name Features
Name

Volasil® Disiloxane The most volatile silicone fluid. Low odor and toxicity. Perfect for
DM-0.65 applications where dry time is important. VOC free, great solvency with
other ingredients.

Volasil® Trisiloxane Linear low molecular weight silicone. Finds uses where volatility is key
DM-1 without cyclic silicones.

Volasil® Dimethicone Linear low molecular weight silicone. Finds uses where volatility is key
DM-2 without cyclic silicones.

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VOLATILE FLUIDS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name Features
Name

Volasil® Cyclopentasiloxane Cyclic silicone. Most widely used in all personal care applications
995 including deodorants, anti-perspirants, skin care, sun care, hair sprays,
color cosmetics and hair conditioners.

Volasil® Cyclohexasiloxane (and) Cyclopentasiloxane Volatile, low viscosity silicone fluid. Improves personal care products
996 through enhanced spreading and lubrication properties. Also used in
cleansing products.

Volasil® Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclohexasiloxane Specialty blend of Volasil® 995 and Volasil® 996 for longer dwell times to
7525 a dry finish.

DIMETHYL FLUIDS, DIMETHICONE, DIMETHYL, AMINO FUNCTIONAL AND SILANOL FLUIDS

Full range of Dimethicone products available from 5cst to 150,000 cst

Product Name INCI Name Features

Dimethisil® Dimethicone Makes excellent emollients for skin care applications. Leaves a light and
DM-5 greaseless after-feel.

Dimethisil® Dimethicone Excellent light lubricity in skin applications. Can provide added gloss in
DM-50 hair care products. Used to prevent whitening when spreading stearate
based creams and lotions.

Dimethisil® Dimethicone Used to provide added gloss and shine in hair care shampoos and
DM-12,500 conditioners.

HINDERED AMINE SILICONE FLUIDS

Product INCI Name Features
Name

Dimethisil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone Unique cationic modified silicone fluid. Enables clear conditioning
HNH-LV shampoos and body washes.

Dimethisil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone Unique cationic modified silicone fluid. Improves wet and dry comb,
HNH-MV adds softness to hair.

Dimethisil® Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone Unique cationic modified silicone fluid. Substantive to hair and skin.
HNH-HV

SHINE ENHANCERS
Product INCI Name Features
Name

Shineblend® C13-14 Isoparaffin (and) Cyclopentasiloxane Economical shine enhancer for pump spray applications. Can be used as
6005 the base formula and modified with additional functional or marketing
raw materials.

Shineblend® Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Cyclotetrasiloxane (and) Feather-light, non-greasy hair shine spray that will leave all hair types
9710 Dimethicone with luminous shine. Ready to use product, simply add fragrance and
functional additives for a market ready product.

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SHINE ENHANCERS (CONT.)

Product INCI Name Features
Name

Shineblend® C13-14 Isoparaffin (and) Cyclopentasiloxane Most economical of the Shineblend® series used in pump spray
TR applications.

Shineblend® Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone (and) C12-15 Alkyl Specially formulated shine enhancing additive for colour cosmetics, hair
MAX Benzoate and skin care applications.

Shineblend® Cyclopentasiloxane (and) Dimethicone/Vinyl Additive to leave-on silicone based styling aids that reduces blow drying
9503 Dimethicone Crosspolymer (and) Dimethiconol (and) time of wet hair, thus decreasing heat damage and saving time.
PEG-10 Dimethicone

FRIZZ CONTROL
Product INCI Name Viscosity NVC % Refractive Appearance Features
Name (cs) (non-volatile Index
content)

Frizzblend® Cyclopentasiloxane 3,500 50.0 1.400 Clear, A blend of hindered amine function silicone
MAX (and) viscous polymer delivered in a volatile carrier that
Propoxytetramethyl liquid. provides excellent high humidity frizz control,
Piperidinyl Dimethicone curl definition and allows the hair to use its own
natural structure to have long lasting curl memory.
Ideal for use in frizz control serums and sprays.

Frizzblend® Propoxytetramethyl 1,500 50.0 1.400 Clear, Cyclic-free version of Frizzblend® MAX.
MAX-CF Piperidinyl Dimethicone viscous
(and) Dimethicone (and) liquid.
Isododecane

Frizzblend® Cyclopentasiloxane 1,500 10.0 1.400 Clear, Ready to use, high frizz control serum blend that
3999 (and) viscous provides excellent high humidity frizz control and
Propoxytetramethyl liquid. curl definition. Ideal for use in frizz control serums.
Piperidinyl Dimethicone
(and) Dimethicone

CYCLIC-SILICONE REPLACEMENTS
Product Name INCI Name Features

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C10-11 Cyclic-free balanced combination of polydimethylsiloxanes and isoparaffins that provides
044 Isoparaffin (and) Trisiloxane comparable volatility to a 90/10 composition of cyclotetrasiloxane and cyclopentasiloxane.
Designed specifically for anti-perspirants, cosmetic stick applications, and other
applications where high volatility is desired.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-12 Cyclic-free balanced combination of polydimethylsiloxanes and isoparaffins that provides
045 Isoparaffin comparable cyclopentasiloxane volatility. Designed specifically for anti-perspirants,
cosmetic stick applications.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Trisiloxane Cyclic-free composition containing a balanced combination of polydimethylsiloxanes that
904 provides comparable cyclotetrasiloxane volatility. Useful in the development of anti-
perspirants, cosmetic stick products, and other applications where high volatility and faster
dry down time is desired.

InnoSil Dimethicone Cyclic-free balanced combination of polydimethylsiloxanes that provides comparable

905 cyclopentasiloxane volatility. Excellent carrier fluid for hair treatment sprays and serums that
require faster volatility. Also can be used as an additive for skin care and sun care products
to enhance application aesthetics.

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CYCLIC-SILICONE REPLACEMENTS (CONT.)

Product Name INCI Name Features

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Trisiloxane Cyclic-free and VOC free composition of polydimethylsiloxanes that provides a unique
910 volatility curve with initial comparable volatility as cyclopentasiloxane that breaks away from
the cyclopentasiloxane curve and continue to provide a faster volatility profile. Excellent
delivery vehicle for products that a slightly extend rub in time but overall a slightly faster
drying time.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free balanced combination of polydimethylsiloxanes and isoparaffins that provides
925 Isoparaffin comparable cyclopentasiloxane volatility. Useful in developing hair treatment sprays and
serums in countries where VOC limits are regulated. Can also be used as an additive for
skin care and sun care products to enhance application aesthetics.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free balanced composition of polydimethylsiloxanes and isoparaffins that provides
935 Isoparaffin comparable cyclopentasiloxane volatility. Useful in developing hair treatment sprays and
serums in countries where VOC limits are not regulated. Can also be used as an additive
for skin care and sun care products to enhance application aesthetics.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free blend of polydimethylsiloxanes and isoparaffins that provides similar volatility
955 Isoparaffin cyclopentasiloxane. Useful in developing hair treatment sprays and serums in countries
where VOC limits are not regulated. Can be used as an additive for skin care and sun care
products to enhance application aesthetics.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Cyclic-free compositions of polydimethylsiloxanes, isododecane, and an ultra-high

1481-DM Isododecane molecular weight dimethicone fluid. Has comparable volatility and application aesthetics as
Cosmetic Fluid 1486-DM.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Cyclic-free compositions of polydimethylsiloxanes, isododecane, and an ultra-high

1486-DM Isododecane molecular weight dimethicone fluid. Has comparable volatility and application aesthetics as
Cosmetic Fluid 1486-DM.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Cyclic-free composition of polydimethylsiloxanes, isododecane, and an ultra-high

1580-OH Dimethiconol (and) molecular weight dimethiconol fluid. Has comparable volatility and application aesthetics
Isododecane as Cosmetic Fluid 1585-OH.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) Cyclic-free composition of polydimethylsiloxanes, isododecane, and an ultra-high

1585-OH Dimethiconol (and) molecular weight dimethiconol fluid. Has comparable volatility and application aesthetics
Isododecane as Cosmetic Fluid 1585-OH.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free composition of polydimethylsiloxanes, isoparaffins, and an ultra-high molecular
1880-OH Isoparaffin (and) Dimethiconol weight dimethiconol fluid. Has similar volatility and application aesthetics as Cosmetic Fluid
1585-OH.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free blend of polydimethylsiloxanes, isoparaffins, and an ultra-high molecular weight
1881-DM Isoparaffin dimethicone fluid. Has similar volatility and application aesthetics as Cosmetic Fluid 1486-DM.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free composition of polydimethylsiloxanes, isoparaffins, and an ultra-high molecular
1885-OH Isoparaffin (and) Dimethiconol weight dimethiconol fluid. Has similar volatility and application aesthetics as Cosmetic Fluid
1485-OH.

InnoSil Dimethicone (and) C11-13 Cyclic-free, high VOC composition of polydimethylsiloxanes, isoparaffins, and an ultra-high
1886-DM Isoparaffin molecular weight dimethicone fluid. Has comparable volatility and application aesthetics to
Cosmetic Fluid 1486-DM.

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 EMOLLIENTS AND SOLVENTS

BENZOATE ESTERS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Finsolv® C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate 68411-27-8 non- Clear, almost Good solvent for actives, light dry feel. Improved
TN vegetable colorless liquid. transparency in anti-perspirant applications.

Finsolv® C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate 68411-27-8 28% Clear, almost Good solvent for actives, light dry feel. Improved
TN-2 colorless liquid. transparency in anti-perspirant applications.
RSPO Mass
Balance version
available

Finsolv® C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate 68411-27-8 non- Clear, almost Further refined odorless version of Finsolv® TN.
TN-O vegetable colorless liquid.

Finsolv® Dipropylene Glycol 27138-31-4 non- Clear, almost Excellent sunscreen solvent.
PG-22 Dibenzoate vegetable colorless, to pale
yellow liquid.

Finsolv® Methyl Gluceth-20 141121-11-1 15% Amber liquid. Partially hydrophilic ester. Excellent DHA and salicylic
EMG-20 Benzoate acid solvent.

Finsolv® C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate 68411-27-8, non- Clear, almost Unique proprietary blend of esters optimized for high
TPP (and) Dipropylene Glycol 27138-31-4, vegetable colorless, to pale sunscreen solvency and elegant skin feel.
Dibenzoate (and) PPG-15 108347-90-6 yellow liquid.
Stearyl Ether Benzoate

ALIPHATIC ESTERS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Activemol C12-15 Alkyl 90411-66-8 non- Clear, colorless, Light emollient ester for velvety, light skin feel.
EH-25† Ethylhexanoate vegetable to pale yellow
liquid.

Activemol Diethylhexyl Maleate 142-16-5 non- Clear, almost Light emollient ester that imparts shine to hair;
DOM-R vegetable colorless liquid. effective squalane replacement.

SALICYLATE ESTER
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Sunsolv® Butyloctyl Salicylate 190085-41-7 non- Clear, almost Versatile multifunctional ingredient which improves
BOS vegetable colorless liquid. aesthetics and performance of suncreens, skin care and
color cosmetics. It is highly effective as a sunscreen
active solubilizer and photostabilizer, inorganic
pigment wetter, emollient, moisturizer and carrier.

SPECIALTY SOLVENTS WITH EMOLLIENCY - CARBONATES

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Activemol Hydroxypropylene 931-40-8 75% 100% active Solvent with wetting and moisturizing properties, low
GC Carbonate liquid. toxicity, low evaporation rate and low flammability.

Activemol Propylene Carbonate 108-32-7 non- 100% active Solvent with wetting and moisturizing properties, low
PC vegetable liquid. toxicity, low evaporation rate and low flammability.

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DISPERSANTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Dispersun Polyhydroxystearic Acid 58128-22-6 100% Amber, to Excellent dispersants for metal oxides in sunscreens and
DSP-OL100 brown, viscous cosmetics. Suitable for non-aqueous systems.
liquid.

Dispersun Polyhydroxystearic Acid 58128-22-6 100% Amber, to Excellent dispersants for metal oxides in sunscreens and
DSP-OL300 brown, viscous cosmetics. Suitable for non-aqueous systems.
paste.

Dispersun PEG-26-PPG-30 37280-82-3 non- Clear, to pale Excellent dispersants for metal oxides. Suitable for
DSP-W90 Phosphate vegetable brown, viscous aqueous systems.
liquid.

CONDITIONING AGENTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 87% Yellow, Self-hydrating moderately charged cationic conditioning
C-13 Hydroxypropyltrimonium free-flowing polymer for skin and hair. For use in clear-in-hand and
Chloride powder. opaque liquid formulations and soap bars.

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 87% Yellow, Moderately charged cationic conditioning polymer for
C-14 Hydroxypropyltrimonium free-flowing skin and hair. For use in clear-in-hand and opaque liquid
Chloride powder. formulations and soap bars.

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 87% Yellow, Similar to Activsoft C-14 but with a higher viscosity.
C-14H Hydroxypropyltrimonium free-flowing
Chloride powder.

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 87% Yellow, Moderately charged cationic conditioning polymer for
C-14 MR Hydroxypropyltrimonium free-flowing skin and hair. For use in clear-in-hand and opaque liquid
COSMOS Chloride powder. formulations and soap bars.
approved grade

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 85% Yellow, Highly charged cationic conditioning polymer for skin
C-17 Hydroxypropyltrimonium free-flowing and hair. For use in clear-in-hand and opaque liquid
Chloride powder. formulations and soap bars.

Activsoft Guar 65497-29-2 86% White, to light Medium cationic charge, low viscosity guar for skin care
CD Hydroxypropyltrimonium yellowish, fine applications. For use in clear-in-hand and opaque liquid
Chloride powder. formulations and soap bars.

Condicare Polyquaternium-10 68610-92-4 synthetic Light yellow Polymeric cationic conditioning agent compatible with
PQ10-4 powder. anionic, nonionic, cationic and amphoteric systems.
Gives effective deposition of silicones onto the hair when
used in 2-in-1 shampoos containing dimethicones, etc.

Empigen® Stearamidopropyl 7651-02-7 78% White, waxy Silicone-free hair conditioning agent, minimizes the
S18 Dimethylamine flakes. build-up effect, provides conditioning and anti-static
effect. Formulation viscosity builder.

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CHELATING AGENTS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Natrlquest® Trisodium 178949-82-1 non- 37% active, Unique readily biodegradable chelating agent. Effective
E30 Ethylenediamine vegetable pale, clear as a preservative potentiator and anti-oxidant in
Disuccinate liquid. formulations.

Natrlquest® Trisodium 20846-91-7 non- 80% active, Free acid form. Unique readily biodegradable chelating
E80 Ethylenediamine vegetable white powder. agent. Effective as a preservative potentiator and anti-
Disuccinate oxidant in formulations.

RHEOLOGY MODIFIERS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Activsoft Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba 9000-30-0 100% Off-white, to Naturally derived viscosity-building polymer and foam
S (Guar) Gum pale yellow stabilizer. Does not require neutralization.
powder.

EMULSIFIERS
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Empilan® PEG-30 70142-34-6 71% 100% active, Effective water-in-oil emulsifier providing high long term
DPHS Dipolyhydroxystearate red-brown, stability to skin care and make-up formulations. Allows
waxy paste. inner water phase up to 80%. Range of application
1-5%.

Empiphos® Oleth-3 Phosphate 91254-26-1 56% 99% active Powerful oil-in-water emulsifier which can easily
O3D liquid. be neutralized in situ with a wide range of organic
or inorganic bases. It is supplied in free acid form
to give flexibility and adaptability to formulations.
Its emulsifying property, pH, thickening ability and
suspending effect depend upon the type of based used
to neutralize it.

SKIN ANTI-AGING AND BRIGHTENING AGENTS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Maritech® Fucus vesiculosus extract 84696-13-9 100% Mid, to dark A clinically proven skin brightening ingredient which
Bright brown powder. significantly increases radiance and reduces the
pigmentation of age spots. Maritech® fucoidan products
are extracted from sustainably harvested seaweeds.

Maritech® Undaria pinnatifida 223751-81-3 100% Off-white, to A clinically proven skin brightening ingredient that
Reverse extract brown powder. provides soothing, protecting and anti-aging properties.
Maritech® fucoidan products are extracted from
sustainably harvested seaweeds.

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PEARLIZERS AND VISCOSITY MODIFIERS

Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Empilan® Glycol Distearate 91031-31-1 94% 100% active, Pearlizing agent, opacifier, oil soluble emulsifier and
EGDS/A off-white flakes. viscosity modifier in personal cleansing systems.
RSPO Mass
Balance version
available

Empilan® Glycol Cetearate 91031-31-1 89% 100% active, Pearlizing agent, opacifier, oil soluble emulsifier and
EGMS off-white flakes. viscosity modifier.
RSPO Mass
Balance version
available

Laurex® Cetearyl Alcohol 67762-27-0 100% 100% active, Viscosity, consistency and skin feel modifier. Oil soluble
CS off-white flakes. co-emulsifier. Emollient viscosity builder in creams,
RSPO Mass lotions and conditioners.
Balance version
available

PEARL CONCENTRATES
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Preservative Features
Name Derived system

Empipearl® Sodium Laureth 68585-34-2, >80% 40% active, Methylchloroiso- Cold processable concentrated blend of
XA 200/X Sulfate (and) Glycol 91031-31-1, soft paste. thiazolinone anionic, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants.
RSPO Mass Cetearate (and) 61789-40-0 and methyliso- For use in rinse-off cleansing products such as
Balance version Cocamidopropyl thiazolinone shampoo and body wash. Few percentages
available
Betaine in the formulation provide rich and dense
pearlizing effect.

Empipearl® Sodium Laureth 68585-34-2, >80% 40% active, Methylchloroiso- Cold processable concentrated blend of
XA 300/X Sulfate (and) 91031-31-1, soft paste. thiazolinone anionic, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants.
RSPO Mass Glycol Distearate 68140-00-1, and methyliso- For use in rinse-off cleansing products such as
Balance version (and) Cocamide 61789-40-0 thiazolinone shampoo and body wash. Few percentages
available
MEA (and) in the formulation provide rich and dense
Cocamidopropyl pearlizing effect.
Betaine

Empipearl® Sodium Laureth 68585-34-2, >80% 40% active, Benzyl alcohol Cold processable concentrated blend of
XA 300/G Sulfate (and) 91031-31-1, soft paste. and salicylic acid anionic, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants.
Glycol Distearate 68140-00-1, and glycerin and For use in rinse-off cleansing products such as
(and) Cocamide 61789-40-0 sorbic acid shampoo and body wash. Few percentages
MEA (and) in the formulation provide rich and dense
Cocamidopropyl pearlizing effect.
Betaine

Empipearl® Sodium Laureth 68585-34-2, >80% 40% active, Methylchloroiso- Cold processable concentrated blend of
XA 400/X Sulfate (and) Glycol 91031-31-1, soft paste. thiazolinone anionic and non-iocnic surfactants. For use in
RSPO Mass Distearate (and) 68140-00-1, and methyliso- rinse-off cleansing products such as shampoo
Balance version Cocamide MEA 68002-97-1 thiazolinone and body wash. Few percentages in the
available
(and) Laureth-10 formulation provide rich and dense pearlizing
effect.

Empipearl® Sodium Laureth 68891-38-3, - - Methylchloroiso- Cold processable concentrated blend of

XA 500/X Sulfate (and) Glycol 68585-34-2; thiazolinone anionic and non-iocnic surfactants. For use in
RSPO Mass Cetearate (and) 91031-31-1; and methyliso- rinse-off cleansing products such as shampoo
Balance version Cocamide DEA 8051-30-7 thiazolinone and body wash. Few percentages in the
available
(68603-42-9, formulation provide rich and dense pearlizing
68155-07-7) effect.

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SELF-EMULSIFYING WAXES
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Empiwax® Cetearyl Alcohol (and) 67762-27-0, >80% 100% active, Emulsifying wax with high electrolyte tolerance,
CL Ceteareth-25 68439-49-6 off-white dispersing, thickening and solubilizing properties.
RSPO Mass flakes. For use in skin, body and baby care.
Balance version
available

Empiwax® Cetearyl Alcohol (and) 67762-27-0, 100% 100% active, Emulsifying wax with high electrolyte tolerance,
SK/BP Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 68955-19-1 off-white dispersing, thickening and solubilizing properties.
RSPO Mass flakes. For use in skin, body and baby care.
Balance version
available

HYDROTROPES
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Eltesol® Sodium Cumenesulfonate 28348-53-0, non- 40% active Solubilizing, coupling and viscosity modifying agent,
SC 40 15763-76-5, vegetable liquid. increases the cloud point of non-ionics, recommended in
32073-22-6 cosmetic products based on ammonium and amine salts.

Eltesol® Sodium Xylenesulfonate 1300-72-7 non- 40% active Solubilizing, coupling and viscosity modifying agent,
SX 40 vegetable liquid. increases the cloud point of non-ionics, recommended in
cosmetic products based on ammonium and amine salts.

ANTI-BACTERIAL AGENT
Product INCI Name CAS No. Naturally Properties Features
Name Derived

Empigen® Benzalkonium Chloride 68424-85-1, 59% 50% active Traditional cleansing agent with anti-microbial
BAC 50∏ 8001-54-5, liquid. properties often used in liquid soaps.
RSPO Mass 85409-22-9
Balance version
available

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