Arxada

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Arxada, formerly part of Lonza Specialty Ingredients, is a global specialty chemicals business with leading

positions in Microbial Control Solutions (‘MCS’) and Specialty Products Solutions (‘SPS’).

Microbial Control Solutions

MCS addresses six target markets: Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Paints and Coatings, Crop

Protection, Material Protection and Wood Protection. MCS offers industry-leading regulatory

expertise, a comprehensive portfolio together with a broad range of registrations, which are

critical to maintaining the integrity of its customers’ products.

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Geogard® 221

INCI Name:Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol
Functions:Fungistatic Agent, Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin:Synthetic
Benefit Claims:Broad pH Stability, Anti-Fungal, Preservation, Anti-Bacterial, Compatibility, Cost Effective, Chemical Stability
Labeling Claims:Environmentally Friendly, Odor-free, Non-GMO, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Sustainable, Cruelty-Free, Natural, Not Tested on Animals, Clean at Sephora
Certifications & Compliance:EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, COSMOS, Cruelty-Free, EU Compliant, IECIC (China), ECOCERT, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved

Geogard® 221 preservative is based on a synergistic blend of 2 active ingredients, dehydroacetic acid (DHA) and benzyl alcohol. The product is recognized by major cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance regulatory authorities worldwide for use in cosmetic and personal care products and formulations. Geogard®221 has a broad spectrum activity, is light in color, essentially odorless and easy to formulate in a diverse range of products.INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol (CAS: 100-51-6), Dehydroacetic Acid (CAS: 520-45-6) and Aqua (CAS: 7732-18-5)Key Benefits of Geogard® 221:Wide range of global regulatory approvalsBroad spectrum protectionECOCERT/COSMOS compliant, NATRUE certified and Soil Association approvedWide applicability/compatibility with key raw materialsEasy-to-use and compatible with most types of cosmetic formulationsBenefit and Labeling Claims:Benefit ClaimsBroad pH StabilityChemical StabilityCompatibilityCost EffectiveLabeling ClaimsCruelty-FreeEnvironmentally FriendlyNon-GMONot Tested on AnimalsOdor-freeSustainableApplications Include:Personal Care — Beauty & CareBaby CareBath & ShowerColor CosmeticsHair CareSkin Care

Geogard Ultra®

INCI Name:Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Gluconolactone
Functions:Preservative Booster, Fungistatic Agent, Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin:Natural Origin, Synthetic
Benefit Claims:Easy Application, Ease of Formulation, Broad pH Stability, Anti-Fungal, Preservation, Moisturizing, Anti-Bacterial, Compatibility, Versatility, Chemical Stability
Labeling Claims:Clean at Sephora, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Halal, Environmentally Friendly, Vegan, Non-GMO, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Sustainable, Cruelty-Free, Natural
Certifications & Compliance:Halal, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, COSMOS, EU Compliant, IECIC (China), NaTrue, ECOCERT, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved, Organic Certified

Geogard Ultra® is a patented, synergistic blend consisting of Gluconolactone (polyhydroxy acid or PHA) and Sodium Benzoate. The synergy between these two ingredients, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, makes this preservative unique, allowing for its broad spectrum efficacy.Organic acids often require a co-preservative or additional booster to provide an optimal performance, as they are too weak on their own. In this blend, the Gluconolactone works in conjunction with the sodium benzoate to perform as an efficient preservative booster that is also non-GMO. Geogard Ultra®’s Gluconolactone works by slowly releasing Gluconic Acid over time, which helps contribute to the preservation effect.INCI Name: Gluconolactone (CAS: 90-80-2), Sodium Benzoate (CAS: 532-32-1) and Calcium Gluconate (CAS: 299-28-5)Key Benefits of Geogard Ultra®:Wide range of global regulatory acceptanceBroad spectrum activityECOCERT/COSMOS accepted, NATRUE and Soil Association approvedWide applicability/compatibilityEasy to formulateAdded skin moisturization benefitApplications Include:Beauty & CareAP/DeoBaby CareBath & ShowerColor CosmeticsHair CareOral CareSkin CareSun CarePersonal HygieneHand HygieneOther Personal Hygiene ApplicationsWipes, Tissue & TowelLabeling Claims of Geogard Ultra®:Cruelty-FreeEnvironmentally FriendlyHalalNaturalNaturally DerivedNon-GMOOrganicSustainable

Bardac® 2280

Chemical Name:Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
CAS Number:7173-51-5
Functions:Biocide, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent, Anti-Algal Agent
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance:BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms:DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride

Bardac® 2280 Antimicrobial contains the active substance Didecyldimethyl- ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, algae and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and can be used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas, home care, product preservation and laundry sanitisers. This “fourth” generation quaternary ammonium compound shows excellent tolerance to hard water and different pH levels.

Bardac® 22

Chemical Name:Didecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
CAS Number:7173-51-5
Functions:Biocide, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent, Anti-Algal Agent
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance:BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms:DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride

Bardac® 22 Antimicrobial contains the active substance Didecyldimethyl- ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, algae and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and can be used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas, home care, product preservation and laundry sanitisers. This “fourth” generation quaternary ammonium compound shows excellent tolerance to hard water and different pH levels.

Barquat® MB-80

Chemical Name:Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
CAS Number:68424-85-1
Functions:Biocide, Surfactant (Cationic), Anti-Microbial Agent, Surfactant, Antibacterial Agent
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Certifications & Compliance:BPR Supported, REACH (Europe)
Synonyms:Benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethylammonium chlorides, C12-16-alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chlorides

Barquat® MB-80 Antimicrobial contains the active substance C12-C16 Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non-ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. This “first” generation quaternary ammonium compound has antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses.

Geogard® 111A

INCI Name:Dehydroacetic Acid
Functions:Fungistatic Agent, Preservative
Ingredient Origin:Synthetic
Benefit Claims:Broad pH Stability, Anti-Fungal, Preservation, Anti-Bacterial, Compatibility, Chemical Stability, Superior Performance
Labeling Claims:Environmentally Friendly, Vegan, Non-GMO, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Sustainable, Cruelty-Free, Natural, Not Tested on Animals, Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Certifications & Compliance:EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, COSMOS, Cruelty-Free, EU Compliant, IECIC (China), ECOCERT, ISO 16128, Soil Association Approved, Organic Certified

Geogard® 111A offer reliable anti-fungal efficacy at relatively low product use levels. Geogard® 111A is based on dehydroacetic acid (DHA); These preservatives have a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for many personal care and cosmetic applications. Test data of Geogard® 111A to parabens show higher efficacy and substantially better performance in low to neutral pH formulations.

Bardac® 2240

Chemical Family:Halogenated Compounds, Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Functions:Anti-Microbial Agent
Certifications & Compliance:BPR Supported
End Uses:Disinfectant Products
Synonyms:DDAC, Di-n-decyl-dimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammonium chloride, Didecyldimethylammounium chloride, Dimethyldidecylammonium chloride, N,N-Didecyl-N,N-dimethylammonium chloride

Bardac® 2240 Antimicrobials contain the active substance Didecyldimethyl ammonium chloride (DDAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated to- gether with non- ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. DDAC has a broad antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses. High antimicrobial efficacy is maintained even at low temperatures and in the presence of organic soil, such as blood and protein. In formulated products, DDAC is stable over a wide range of pH levels and is used in a number of applications such as food processing, institutional, veterinary, healthcare areas and medical devices. Single-active DDAC products are available at different active concentrations and solvent combinations.

Cosmocil® CQ

INCI Name:Polyaminopropyl Biguanide
Functions:Anti-Microbial Agent, Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin:Synthetic
Benefit Claims:Neutral Color, Broad pH Stability, Low Volatility, Sunlight Stability, Preservation, Low Foaming, Anti-Bacterial, Compatibility, Conditioning, Reduces Stickiness, Chemical Stability, Antimicrobial, Tasteless
Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Halal, Environmentally Friendly, Odor-free, Vegan, Non-GMO, VOC-free, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Sustainable, Natural
Certifications & Compliance:Halal, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EU Compliant, IECIC (China)

Cosmocil® CQ is a broad spectrum, fast-acting antibacterial. A 20% aqueous solution of poly(hexamethylenebiguanide) hydrochloride, also known as PHMB, Cosmocil® CQ is an effective preservative for personal care formulations, active against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

Glydant Plus® Liquid

INCI Name:Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, DMDM Hydantoin
Functions:Anti-Microbial Agent, Fungistatic Agent, Preservative, Bacteriostatic Agent
Ingredient Origin:Synthetic
Benefit Claims:Easy To Handle, Temperature stability, Broad pH Stability, Color Stability, Sunlight Stability, Anti-Fungal, Preservation, Anti-Bacterial, Compatibility, Cost Effective, Low Odor, Easy To Use, Skin Protection
Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Halal, Environmentally Friendly, Non-GMO, Formaldehyde-free, Organic, Sustainable, Natural
Certifications & Compliance:Halal, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EU Compliant, IECIC (China)

Glydant Plus® Liquid is a synergistic preservation system that combines two well-known and traditional chemistries for personal care. The combination of DMDM Hydantoin and Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate allow for a dual mode of action, offering broad spectrum efficacy. These chemistries been used in personal care for years. This product contains the same amount of active ingredient as Lonza’s Glydant Plus® but is offered as a liquid form.

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Bardac

Applications:Auto Care, Surface Care, Institutional & Catering, Industrial Cleaning, Water Treatment, Power, Water & Utilities, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Food Facility Cleaning & Sanitization, Other Home Care Applications, Other Institutional & Industrial Care, Technical Cleaning, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Laundry & Fabric Care, Processing & Packaging
Product Families:Carriers & Supports, Water Treatment Additives, Microbial Control & Preservatives, Functional Additives, Catalyst Ingredients, Water Treatment Chemicals, Biocides & Enzymes, Cationic Surfactants, Soaps & Surfactants
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Blends & Combinations, Halogenated Compounds
End Uses:Sludge Cleaners, Disinfectant Products, Sanitizers, Hard Surface Cleaners

Bardac® is a range of antimicrobials with quaternary ammonium compound active ingredients such as Didecyldimethylammonium chloride (DDAC) and/or Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride. They are suitable for use in Industrial and Institutional settings such as food processing, Food service, Institutional kitchens, veterinary and healthcare.

Proxel

Applications:Industrial Cleaning, Vehicle & Machinery, Auto Care, Other Home Care Applications, Surface Care, Dish Care, Laundry & Fabric Care, Agricultural Pest Control, Fluids & Lubricants, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Pest Control, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Tape & Label Adhesives, Tapes & Labels, Industrial Coatings, Fillers, Levellers & Joints, Packaging & Paper, Flooring & Surfaces, Tapes, Labels & Adhesives, Chemical Manufacturing, Textile Manufacturing, Textiles & Nonwovens, Leather & Textiles
Product Families:Microbial Control & Preservatives, Microbial Control & Preservation, Preservatives & Antimicrobials, Lubricant Protective Additives, Additives, Functional Additives, Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients, Polymerization Additives, Processing Aids, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Textile & Leather Chemicals
Chemical Family:Isothiazolinones, Blends & Combinations, Benzisothiazoles
End Uses:Waterborne Adhesive, Cleaning Wipes, Cleaners, Waterborne Ink, Waterborne Coating, Shoe Polishes, Floor Waxes, Floor Polishes, Window Cleaners, Multisurface Cleaners, Wall Cleaners, Floor Cleaners, Liquid Dishwash, Fabric Softeners, Laundry Detergents, Metalworking Fluids, Cutting Oils, Stain Remover, Car Cleaners, Automotive Applications, Automobiles, Dishwash Detergents, Multipurpose Surface Cleaners, Textiles, Household Cleaners

1,2-benzisothiazolin-3-one or BIT (CAS: 2634-33-5), the primary active ingredient in Arxada's Proxel® range, is widely recognized as one of the most versatile, compatible and trusted broad spectrum preservative solutions available for the Home Care market. Aside from single-active products based on BIT alone, the Proxel® range also encompasses cost-effective and specialist blends with carefully-identified co-actives providing flexibility of choice for difficult-to-preserve systems. Proxel® GXL and Proxel® AQ have been pre-approved by the EPA for use in Safer Choice labeled products and have been reviewed by NSF International’s Sustainability Program. For consumers the Safer Choice logo provides recognition that the product has been evaluated for its effect on the environment and human health. Utilizing ingredients that are considered the safest in their class. Safety without sacrificing quality or performance.

Barquat

Applications:Other Home Care Applications, Surface Care, Institutional & Catering, Industrial Cleaning, Water Treatment, Power, Water & Utilities, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Food Facility Cleaning & Sanitization, Other Institutional & Industrial Care, Technical Cleaning, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Laundry & Fabric Care, Auto Care, Processing & Packaging
Product Families:Biocides & Enzymes, Water Treatment Additives, Microbial Control & Preservatives, Functional Additives, Water Treatment Chemicals, Cationic Surfactants, Soaps & Surfactants
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Blends & Combinations
End Uses:Sludge Cleaners, Disinfectant Products, Sanitizers, Hard Surface Cleaners, Biocidal Products, Dairy Cleaners, Brewery Cleaners

Barquat® Antimicrobials contain the active substance Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (ADBAC). The active is a cationic molecule offering good surfactant properties and can be formulated together with non-ionic and/or amphoteric surfactants. ADBAC has a broad antimicrobial efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and enveloped viruses. ADBAC maintains its efficacy across a broad pH-range. Single-active ADBAC products are available at different active concentrations, C-chain distributions and solvent combinations.

Zinc Omadine

Applications:Hair Care, Skin Care, Treatment Products, Beauty & Care
Product Families:Antioxidants & Preservatives, Hair Actives, Cosmetic Actives, Functionals, Microbial Control & Preservation, Additives
Chemical Family:Zinc & Zinc Compounds
INCI Name:DMDM Hydantoin, Zinc Pyrithione
End Uses:Anti-Dandruff Products, Shampoos & Rinses, Hair Conditioner

Zinc Omadine® is the most popular anti-dandruff ingredient in the world offering bactericide-fungicide efficacy in shampoos, conditioners and leave-on products. Lonza’s Zinc Omadine® products have been providing dandruff relief and improved scalp health for over 50 years.

NUGEN

Applications:Food Facility Cleaning & Sanitization, Technical Cleaning, Other Institutional & Industrial Care, Industrial Cleaning, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Institutional & Catering, Processing & Packaging, Institutional & Industrial Care, Hand Hygiene, Personal Hygiene, Laundry & Fabric Care, Surface Care, Home Care, Auto Care
Product Families:Commercial Cleaners, Industrial Cleaners, Cleaners, Soaps & Soap Bases, Surfactants & Cleansers, Food Grade Cleaners
Chemical Family:Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Amines
INCI Name:Phenoxyethanol, Didecyldimonium Chloride
End Uses:Hand Soap

Originally the NUGEN® brand was developed for differentiating Arxada's latest hard surface disinfectant formulation from older and more traditional formulations. Included are novel fast kill, hydrogen peroxide, and no-rinse disinfectant liquid and wipe formulations. With the transition from the Lonzagard brand, the NUGEN® brand now includes all of Arxada's EPA registered formulated solutions and the entire portfolio of registered surface disinfection formulations.

Geogard Ultra

Applications:Other Personal Hygiene Applications, Hand Hygiene, Skin Care, Baby Care, Bath & Shower, Hair Care, AP/Deo, Color Cosmetics, Wipes, Tissue & Towel, Oral Care, Sun Care, Beauty & Care, Personal Hygiene
Product Families:Antioxidants & Preservatives, Functionals
INCI Name:Calcium Gluconate, Sodium Benzoate, Gluconolactone
End Uses:Body Wash, Body Cream, Wet Wipes, Deodorants, Hand Soap, Skin Toners, After Sun Products, Shampoos & Rinses, Face Powder, Make Up Remover, Lipstick, Lip Gloss, Hair Gel, Foundation, Eye Shadow, Hair Conditioner, Baby Wipes, Moisturizers

Geogard Ultra® is a patented natural broad spectrum preservative, consisting of a synergistic blend of Gluconolactone (CAS: 90-80-2) and Sodium Benzoate (CAS: 532-32-1). The synergy between these two ingredients makes this preservative unique, allowing for its broad spectrum efficacy. Geogard Ultra® benefits from a wide range of global regulatory acceptance, is easy to formulate and is ECOCERT/COSMOS accepted, NATRUE and Soil Association approved.Often organic acids require a co-preservative or an additional booster to provide an optimal performance, as they are too weak on their own. In this blend, the Gluconolactone (polyhydroxy acid or PHA) works in conjunction with the sodium benzoate to perform as an efficient preservative booster. The gluconolactone works by slowly releasing gluconic acid over time, which helps contribute to the preservation effect.

VANTOCIL

Applications:Laundry & Fabric Care, Dish Care, Carpet & Upholstery, Vehicle & Machinery, Air Care, Food Facility Cleaning & Sanitization, Institutional & Catering, Surface Care, Industrial Cleaning, Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Processing & Packaging, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Auto Care, Other Home Care Applications, Other Institutional & Industrial Care
Product Families:Microbial Control & Preservation, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Microbial Control & Preservatives, Additives, Functional Additives, Cleaning Aids
Chemical Family:Biguanides
End Uses:Cleaning Wipes, Cleaners, Brewery Cleaners, Dairy Cleaners, Industrial Cleaners, Institutional Cleaners, Acid Cleaners, Descalers, Sludge Cleaners, Equipment Cleaners, Glass Cleaners, Household Disinfectants, Sanitizers, Disinfectant Products

Vantocil® IB and Vantocil® TG are aqueous solutions of the powerful antibacterial preservative poly(hexamethylene biguanide) hydrochloride [PHMB], an active offering broad pH tolerance, low foam and good heat stability. Applications are varied, and include surface care, fabric care and automotive care.

Geogard

Applications:Color Cosmetics, Wipes, Tissue & Towel, Oral Care, Skin Care, Baby Care, Hair Care, Beauty & Care, Personal Hygiene
Product Families:Antioxidants & Preservatives, Functionals
INCI Name:Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sorbic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Propylene Glycol Caprylate, Phenoxyethanol
End Uses:Wet Wipes, Shampoos & Rinses, Body Cream, Hair Conditioner, Make Up Remover, Moisturizers

Arxada’s Geogard® line is a product platform, offering a wide variety of single-active and blended preservative solutions, capable of providing effective product protection whilst avoiding use of traditional and/or more controversial chemistries. This line of innovative solutions is further characterized by its provision of products with acceptance by organizations such as ECOCERT, COSMOS, the Soil Association and NATRUE.

Amphoterge

Applications:Surface Care, Dish Care, Other Home Care Applications, Other Institutional & Industrial Care, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care
Product Families:Amphoteric Surfactants, Performance Additives, Soaps & Surfactants, Functional Additives
Chemical Family:Imidazolines
End Uses:Detergents

A range of amphoteric surfactants that are compatible with most personal care ingredients. Amphoterge™ surfactants, which can be used in salt-free systems, are capable of imparting a full range of foaming characteristics.

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