| Description: | Polyethylene glycol diester of stearic acid. HLB 18.9 (gives oil-in-water emulsions). Appears slightly cloudy in water, but clear in surfactant-containing solutions. |
| Benefits: | Effective thickener for surfactant-containing products (e.g. shampoo, conditioner, shower gels)Solubilizer for various water-insoluble Raw Materials & Cosmetic IngredientsHas good co-emulsifying properties in creams & lotions |
| Use: | Heat to 60°C (140°F) when incorporating into formulas. Typical use level 0.5 - 5% (even at low levels there is a thickening effect). For external use only. |
| Applications: | Shampoo, conditioner, shower gels, baby shampoo, bubble bath, creams, lotions & other emulsions. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL701 |
| INCI: | PEG-150 distearate |
| Composition: | PEG-150 distearate |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | White flakes, characteristic odor |
| Solubility: | Water-soluble |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | No data available |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 3823110000 |
| Proposition: | WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov |