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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Molecular formula
- C8H18O₂
- EC No.
- 214-254-7
- CAS No.
- 1117-86-8
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Benefits
SMA'RT Guard CG acts as a humectant, preservative and moisturizing giver. It is a semi-solid to solid white substance. It improves skin feel of cosmetic formulations owing to their moisturizing properties. In addition, it can be used either alone or in combination with other preservatives to combat microorganisms directly and thus reduce or eliminate body odor, acne or mycoses. It is applicable in skin care products, deodorants and moisturizing formulations.
- Skin and hair conditioning
- Emollient Base
- Globally Approved
- Antimicrobial protection
- Effective at a wide pH range
- Alternative to conventional preservatives
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- AP/Deo Applications
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Use Level
- approx. 0.1 - 1%
- Recommended Use
Shower & bath soaps, antiperspirants, deodorants, facial care, facial cleansing, body care, baby care, anti-acne products, moisturizing products (creams & lotions)
- Directives for the use of preservatives
- Suggested phase addition: Water phase
- Activity: Preservative Booster-Good against bacteria and yeasts, but weak against mold
- Temperature: <80°C
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear colorless liquid (above 40°C)
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Soluble in
- Glycols, Alchol
- Slightly Soluble in
- Water
- Physical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Density 0.915 - 0.935 g/ml - Flash Point 140.5 °C Closed Cup - Chemical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Moisture Content max. 1 % - - Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Molecular Weight 146.23 g/mol - Purity min. 99 % HPLC, LC-MS Melting Point 28 - 31 °C -
Technical Details & Test Data
- Anti-Microbial Effect
MIC test (CTFA method): SMAʼRT CG showed an excellent anti-microbial effect.
Microorganism E. coli P. aeruginosa S. aureus C. albicans MIC (%) for 0.6 1.5 0.6 0.3
Safety & Health
- Caution
Do not apply directly onto your skin. (This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate)
- Skin Safety
Human Skin Patch Test : SMAʼRT CG under the single application patch test for 48 hour to female adult subjects can be considered no irritant.
Test Sample Concentration Result SMA’RT CG 0.5 % No irritant
Packaging & Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage Conditions
We recommend storage in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.