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Consider Sucroplast Triethyl Citrate (TEC) Bio-Based Plasticizer for Clean Label Products
August 20, 2019

Sucroplast TEC is a phthalates free, non-GMO certified low toxicity alternative triethyl citrate plasticizer that is widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industry.

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PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil in Cosmetics & Personal Care
August 16, 2019

PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivative of castor oil that serves as a multifunctional emulsifier, surfactant, and foam booster. Products that contain PEG40 Castor Oil typically include sunscreens, shampoos & conditioners, skin moisturizers and body washes.

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What is Tricalcium Phosphate?
August 08, 2019

Tricalcium phosphate is a calcium salt of phosphoric acid that is commonly used as an ingredient in food products and nutritional supplements. In food manufacturing, tricalcium phosphate performs a variety of functions.

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Laureth-4 & Laureth-23: Multipurpose Ingredients for Cosmetics & Personal Care Products
July 30, 2019

Laureth-4 and Laureth-23 are polyoxyethers of lauryl alcohol that are used in cosmetics and personal care products. Both Laureth-4 and Laureth-23 function as surfactants and emulsifiers, and are ideal for bath & body products such as shampoos and body washes.

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Independent Chemical Offers Carbomer 940
July 22, 2019

Carbomer 940 is a white powder, crosslinked polyvinyl carboxy polymer that is used as a viscosity enhancer, gelling agent, and suspension agent. It is used primarily in product formulations where sparkling clarity or a sharp viscosity response is required. Carbomer 940 will impart softness and glide comparable to glycols when added to formulations and is ideal for applications such as clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, and creams.

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Is Sodium Benzoate Safe in Cosmetics?
July 17, 2019

Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid that is found naturally in cranberries, prunes, plums, apples, and other fruits. It is used in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products where it acts as a corrosion inhibitor, fragrance ingredient, and preservative. Overall, sodium benzoate is one of the most reliable ingredients on the market and very safe for consumers.

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