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DOWSIL(TM) 580 Cosmetic Wax

DOWSIL(TM) 580 Wax is a soft, solid mixture of stearyl alcohol and stearoxytrimethylsilane. The cosmetic properties of this wax are a result of the silicone moiety. The inclusion of the stearoxy group involves compatibility with organic ingredients. Hair care and skin care products benefit from the property of this wax to facilitate the formation of a very thin film that is neither oily, tacky, nor too dry.

Brand: DOWSIL(TM) (77 products)

INCI Name: Stearoxytrimethylsilane, Stearyl Alcohol

Ingredient Origin: Non-Animal Origin

Functions: Anti-Tack Agent, Smoothing Agent

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Buy Now, Nanomaterials-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Porcine-free, Vegan

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Degreasing, Film Forming, Imparts Lubricity, Improved Texture, Improves Hydrophobic Properties, Long Lasting Fragrance Release, Low Melting Point, Moisturizing, Non-Occlusive, Non-Oily Feel, Non-Tacky, Rub Resistant, Sensory Enhancement, Smooth Feel, Smoothing, Viscosity Boosting, Wash Off Resistance, Water Repellency

Synonyms: 1-(Trimethylsilyloxy)octadecane, 1-Octadecyl Trimethylsilyl Ether, Silane, Trimethyl(octadecyloxy)-, Stearyloxytrimethylsilane, Trimethyl(octadecyloxy)silane, Trimethyl(stearyloxy)silane

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Stearoxytrimethylsilane,
Stearyl Alcohol
Ingredient Origin
Non-Animal Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Tack Agent,
Smoothing Agent
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Sensory Modifiers
Chemical Structure

DOWSIL(TM) 580 Wax - Chemical Structure

 

R is Stearoxy

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Compatibility,
Degreasing,
Film Forming,
Imparts Lubricity,
Improved Texture,
Improves Hydrophobic Properties,
Long Lasting Fragrance Release,
Low Melting Point,
Moisturizing,
Non-Occlusive,
Non-Oily Feel,
Non-Tacky,
Rub Resistant,
Sensory Enhancement,
Smooth Feel,
Smoothing,
Viscosity Boosting,
Wash Off Resistance,
Water Repellency
Labeling Claims
Animal Products-free,
Buy Now,
Nanomaterials-free,
Non-GMO,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Not Tested on Animals,
Porcine-free,
Vegan
Product Features
  • Increased viscosity
  • Low melting point
  • Compatible with organic ingredients
  • Lubricity
  • Provides water repellent, non-occlusive film
  • Detackification

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Application Format
Creams,
Leave On,
Spray,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications
Lipstick
Hair Care Applications
Hair Spray,
Shaving Cream
Skin Care Applications
Shaving Cream
Product Applications
  • In skin creams it enhances feel and rub out characteristics at use levels from 5 - 10%.
  • Detackification is achieved at even lower levels 0.5 - 2%. Payout and feel in lipstick is imparted at use levels from 1 - 5%.
  • In non-lather shaving creams lubricity can be markedly improved at use levels of 3 - 5%; for feel the use levels may be as low as 1% or as high as 5%.
  • Very low use levels are required to impart soft feel and luster to hair sprays (0.1 - 0.5%), while hydrophobicity of make-up can be controlled quite accurately with use levels in the range of 0.1 to 1%.
Compatibilities

Type of Material
Ethanol (95%)        C (hot)
Water           I
Glycerine I           I
Mineral oil C          C
Beeswax C          C
Isopropyl myristate C          C
Lanolin C          C
Dimethicone 350mm²s¹          C
Paraffin wax          C

1. Proportions tested: 1:1, 10:1, 1:10.
C = Compatible, I = Incompatible. 

Properties

Physical Form
Solid,
Wax
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Point75.0°CClosed Cup
Melting Range50 - 55°C-
Free Stearyl Alcohol35 - 48%Chromatogram 0015 CTM0087
Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Contentmax. 0.1%-
Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) Contentmax. 0.1%-
Friction and Wearmax. 0.12--
Color (at 60°C)max. 200APHA

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory Status

DOWSILTM 580 Wax is referenced in JCIC under the chemical name Stearoxytrimethyl-
silane with the code 523139 in the CLS categories: 1–7: No limit, 8–11: No limit.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bottles,
Drums,
Pails
Packaging Information
  • This product is available in 14 kg pails and 160 kg drums.
  • Samples are available in 500 ml bottles.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
30 months
Usable Life And Storage

When stored at or below 25°C (77°F) in the original unopened containers, this product has a usable life of 30 months from the date of production.

At temperatures above 40°C (104°F), DOWSILTM 580 Wax will start to melt and separation may occur. This is a physical separation of the product, not a quality or chemistry issue. This is a typical property for this product. To prevent this separation, it is suggested to store the drums in a cool location (< 30°C/< 86°F). If separation does occur, the product should be re-melted to 65 - 70°C (149 - 158°F) and mixed thoroughly to form a homogeneous mixture prior to use.

Once the drum is re-melted, remixed, and cooled to less than < 30°C (< 86°F), the liquid phase will re-solidify. The rate of solidification is dependent upon the cooling temperature. There is no change of product chemistry and properties after this re-melting process.

Handling Precautions

Under elevated temperature conditions, this material can generate hexamethyldisiloxane which is highly flammable. If heating this material, bond and ground and use an inert purge for vessels to prevent a possible fire.