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Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Hydrogenated Polydecene Emollient

Original price £7.00 - Original price £75.00
Original price
£7.00
£7.00 - £75.00
Current price £7.00

INCI Name: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Hydrogenated Polydecene

CAS Numbers: 68937-10-0 (and) 68037-01-4

Description

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene (and) Hydrogenated Polydecene is a photostable, ultra-soft emollient with various sensory perceptions. It is an ideal base material for daycare products since they are photostable, and hence prevents the UV-light-induced formation of free radicals in the formulation. 

They are excellent emollients for sun care products, as they are completely photostable. As texture modifiers, they bring softness and elegance to sun care formulations. They are compatible with all types of UV filters.

They can be used as emollients in hair care products. They have a detangling effect while bringing softness and shine.

The volatility profile is very similar and it is a little dryer than Dedraflow 5, excellent for leave-on products as they leave as it leaves no residue.

Benefits / Applications

  • Improved photostability of the formulation
  • Soft feel varying from very light to extremely rich
  • Excellent spreadability
  • Shine and glossiness
  • Pure and hypoallergenic

Usage:

  • Film Former
  • Binder
  • Re-Fatting and Slip Agent
  • Emollient
Technical Details

Appearance: Colourless, Clear liquid

Odour: Characteristic

Relative density (20°C) (g/cm3): 0,76-0,85

Viscosity (mPa.s) (20°C Brookfield DV-I Prime): 10-20 (Spindle 01 - 100 rpm).

Refractive Index (20°C): 1,420-1,440

Flash point (°C): Approx. 57 (Closed cup)

Flammability: Flammable

Solubility: Insoluble in water.

Shelf Life: Minimum 3 years.

* Further documentation available with purchase

Formulation Guide

Emulsions

It is suitable for all types of emulsions and it can be used in cold process formulations.

It is volatile and therefore it should not be heated.

Typical use level: 5-10%.

Anhydrous Systems

It can be added to anhydrous systems without heating. However, if heating is required, it should be
avoided as it is volatile.

Typical use level: 5-10%.

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