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H-Sil® SC-C8 is a high-molecular-weight silicone polyether that imparts low surface tension to formulated products. It helps promote wetting and surface activity and is an effective additive to both cosmetic formulations and household products. This product is stable in most formulations when used up to 5% and is an excellent co-surfactant for use in hair-care shampoos and conditioners. In skin care products, it is an effective emollient and humectant.

Chemical Name: Siloxanes and Silicones, di-Me, 3-hydroxypropyl Me, ethoxylated

CAS Number: 68937-54-2

Functions: Cosurfactant, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Wetting Agent

Synonyms: Polysiloxanes, di-Me, 3-hydroxypropyl Me, ethoxylated

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Identification & Functionality

Agrochemical Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Key Benefits
  • Provides low surface tensions.
  • Compatible with traditional hydrocarbon surfactants and cosmetic ingredients.
  • Effective at low use concentrations.
  • Stable foam.
  • Wetting agent for glass polishes and hard surface cleaners.

Applications & Uses

Markets
I&I Cleaning Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear water white liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activity100.0%-
Solid Content100.0%-
Water Solubilitymax. 5%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information
  • 55-gallon non-returnable drum, 440 lb net
  • 5-gallon pails 40 lb net.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling Information
  • Store at room temperatures; tightly reseal drums after use.
  • Do not store in direct sunlight or in freezing temperatures.