ISCAGUARD PEG (Paraben Free Preservative)

Features:

Protects against:
– Gram positive bacteria: Yes
– Gram negative bacteria: No


Benefits:
-The addition of triethylene glycol increases its effectiveness by lowering its surface tension in order to enhance its activity at the cell membranes of microorganisms.
-Iscaguard PEG has a broad, balanced spectrum of activity against bacteria, yeasts, mould and fungi.

Applications:

Cationic, anionic and nonionic water soluble formulations, as well as water-in-oil and oil-in water emulsions for both leave-on and rinse off applications, creams and lotions, make-up and other highly pigmented products. Not for use in products intended to be aerosolized.

Specifications:

-CAS#: 567-63-0
-INCI: Phenoxyethanol, triethylene glycol
-Trade name(s) of preservative: NA
-Natural or synthetic: Natural
-Solubility: Water-Soluble
-Odour: Characteristic
-Form: Powder
-Consistency: Thick

Shelf Life: 1 Year
*Typical Shelf Life begins on the date of manufacture and is defined as the typical shelf life of an ingredient when it is stored and handled properly. The Typical Shelf Life is offered as a general guideline. It should not be considered to be an expiration date. Many ingredients are usable beyond the stated date, especially when stored and handled very carefully.

Country of Origin: UN

Recommended Usage: 0.4 – 1.0 % in formulations

Usage Instructions: Iscaguard PEG is compatible with most personal care ingredients. In aqueous formulations, heating to 40°C may be required in order to fully dissolve the preservative.

Storage: Stored in Cool, Dark, and Dry.

Caution: May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. Recommended to be used only by certified skincare formulators. Please refer the safety documents before usage.

Packaging:
Plastic HDPE Reagent Bottles

Dispatch In:
-In Stock: 1-2 working days
-Pre-Order: 10-12 working days

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