Elementis EA-3105

EA-3105 is also particularly useful in emulsions and can be used in "cold process" systems. It provides thermostable viscosity control of the emulsion's oil phase, improves application properties, enhances skin-feel by masking greasy or tacky components and imparts a pleasant residual silkiness to the skin.
EA-3105 is an alternative to traditional polymer or cellulose-based thickeners for stabilizing emulsions.

• Non-animal origin
• Rheological control
• Predictable, reproducible and stable viscosity control
• Shear-thinning viscosity
• Excellent suspension of pigments and actives
• Controlled alignment of special-effect pigments
• Thermostable viscosity raises apparent melting point and ensures cost-efficient use of UV filters
• Emulsion stabilization [w/o and o/w ] Convenience
• Optimally pre-activated and dispersed organoclay
• Incorporates with medium-shear mixing
• Can be added at any convenient stage of manufacture
• Gives a high degree of formulating flexibility
• Provides highly reproducible results for multi-site production requirements Acceptability
• Non-abrasive
• Provides smooth feel to skin
• Toxicologically safe ingredients

• Antiperspirants
• Eye Make-Up
• Emulsions
• Creams and Lotions
• Sun Care Products
• The level of use of the EA-3105 will depend on the formulation. Suspension will be provided by 2.5- 10.0% additions. In emulsions, thickening will occur in the oil phase only and emulsion viscosities will be influenced by 3-5% additions. Novel emulsification effects can be achieved, giving light feel and lower viscosities. In some water-in-oil systems a reduction of surfactant may be achievable by the use of EA3105 additive.
• Higher levels of EA-3105 will have a greater viscosity influence and thermostable viscosity in single phase systems may be achieved by 10-25% additions.

EA-3105 can be added at any convenient suitable stage during the manufacturing cycle.

EA-3105 additive is a very high viscosity, shearthinning product. To ensure good homogeneous mixing is achieved, care must be taken to overcome the large viscosity differential existing between the EA-3105 and the other lower viscosity components. Choice of mixing equipment and the configuration within the mixing vessels are critical factors in developing the optimum performance of the EA-3105 additives. The use of medium- to highshear mixing equipment is recommended.

Batch Processing:

• Single Phase Systems : Always add the EA3105, under shear, to a portion of the organic component or solvent with which it is most compatible. Mix until homogeneous before adding the other ingredients.
• Multi-Phase Systems e.g. emulsions : Treat as the single phase but always ensure the EA-3105 additive is thoroughly mixed in before the emulsification stage.
• Continuous Processing : The EA-3105 should be added to the oil phase at any convenient point that meets the above guidelines for batch processing. In multi-manifold systems, a flowable pre-mix of the EA-3105 with a compatible oil or solvent should be made in a side pot. Where only lower-shear mixing equipment is available, stir the EA-3105 alone and then slowly add the most compatible component by portions, always ensuring the mixture remains homogeneous at each stage.

Since 1992 the company is a holder of the ISO 9001 / ISO 9002 certificates, which guarantees that all operations are conducted according to the stipulated standards.

Store away from excessive heat. EA-3105 has a minimum shelf life of 2 (two) years from date of manufacture.