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Lafaure Calcium Bentonite Clay Superfine

Lafaure Calcium Bentonite Clay Superfine is a naturally occurring synergy of three clays: montmorillonite, illite, and kaolinite. Quarrying, drying, and grinding are the methods used to obtain it. The clay is a light beige color with a neutral odor. The raw material is entirely natural in origin. ECOCERT GREENLIFE has certified calcium bentonite clay from Périgord in accordance with the COSMOS raw material standard.

INCI Name: Bentonite

Functions: Texturizing Agent

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Naturally Derived

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, ECOCERT GREENLIFE

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Bentonite
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Texturizing Agent
N° CE:
215-108-5
CAS No.
1302-78-9
EC No.
215-108-5
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Texturizers & Fillers
Composition

CLAY COMPOSITION
MONTMORILLONITE 65-75 %
IILLITE 15-30 %
KAOLINITE 5-10 %

MAJOR ELEMENTS
SIO2 56-60 %
AL2O3 16-17 %
FE2O3 5-6 %
MGO 1-2%
K2O 0.7-0.8 %
TIO2 2-4 %
CAO 0.067 %
MNO2O3 0.032 %
P2O5 2-3 %

TRACE ELEMENTS
LEAD < 5
ARSENIC < 0.5
CADMIUM < 14
MERCURY < 0.03

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Anti-Pollution,
Binding,
Cleansing,
Emulsifying,
Excellent Flexibility,
Foaming,
Good Coverage,
Mattifying Effect,
Oil Rheology Modifier,
Purifying,
Softening,
Soothing,
Viscosity Boosting
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Natural,
Naturally Derived

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Skin Care

Properties

Physical Form
Powder,
Solid
Odor
Neutral
Appearance
Solid, Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Granulometry (90%, Diffraction By Laser Granulometer) max. 77μm-
Granulometry (100%, Diffraction By Laser Granulometer)min. 1μm-
D (V.0.5, Particles, Diffraction By Laser Granulometer)16.49μm-
Relative Density (20°C)0.8g/cm³-
Organic Matter (By Difference)min. 10%-
Humidity (Dry Extract (103°C) - 2h Sand)max. 10%-
Melting Pointmin. 450°CEY Method A.1
pH8 - 9

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
COSMOS,
ECOCERT GREENLIFE
N° REACH:

Exempted In Accordance With Annex V.7 Of The Regulation (Ec) 1907/2006.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
5 Years
Storage

In a moisture-free environment.