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Geogard® 221 preservative is based on dehydroacetic acid (DHA) and benzyl alcohol
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Chemical Composition
BENZYL ALCOHOL
DEHYDROACETIC ACID
Advantages
- Wide effective pH range
- Chemically and physically stable
- Compatible with key raw materials
- Has a wide range of global regulatory approval
- Easy-to-use and compatible with most types of cosmetic formulations
Other Applications
Hair gel
Cream
Mascara
Baby wipes
Body wash
Conditioner
Eye shadow
Face Lotion
Face wipes
Facial Cream
Make up remover
Eye creams/gels
Deo/ Anti-Perspirant
Hand soap (non anti-bac)
Handling
Recommended Use Level: 0.2–1.1%
Use between pH 2–7
Highly soluble in polar organic solvents
Efficacy can be compromised above a pH of 7
Can be added at both room and elevated temperatures
Enhanced compatibility allows for the addition of Geogard®221 virtually anywhere in the manufacturing process
Technical data
| Quantity | Value | Unit | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Properties | |||
| Appearance | light yellow | ||
| Physical state | Fluid | ||
| Color | <10 | Gardner | |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Water content | 4 | % | |
| Alcohol content | 87 | wt% | |
| Chemical Properties | |||
| (Dehydroacetic Acid (DHA | 7.7 - 8.3 | % | |
| Benzyl Alcohol | 85 - 89 | % | |
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