Geogard ECT, Ecocert compliant
02314
Preservation
Description
Geogard ECT, Ecocert compliant
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INCI |
Benzyl Alcohol (and) Salicylic Acid (and) Glycerin (and) Sorbic Acid |
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Certification |
ECOCERT & COSMOS compliant |
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Appearance |
Clear colourless to straw liquid |
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Origin |
China & USA |
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Solubility |
Limited solubility in water. Oil soluble. |
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Usage rate |
0.6 - 1% |
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pH range |
3 - 8 |
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Vegan |
Yes |
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Palm oil |
No |
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Animal tested |
No |
Derived from soybeans. Non GMO.
Note: May crystallise upon exposure to cold temperature. Warm gently and mix before use.
Geogard® ECT is a unique, patented combination of four components: Benzyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Sorbic Acid, and Glycerin, which are well accepted in a wide range of personal care products. The novel composition of this antimicrobial blend offers broad-spectrum protection in a diverse range of products against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and moulds at wide pH ranges. Geogard® ECT has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for personal care products.
Geogard ECT is a clear liquid that can be easily added directly to almost any system. It is compatible with most ingredients used in the personal care industry.
Features & Benefits
- Meets the COSMOS and ECOCERT standards
- Broad spectrum activity on bacteria, yeast and moulds
- Has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance* †
- Water-soluble
- Low odour profile; Ideal for fragrance-free and fragrance-sensitive systems
- Compatible in a wide range of skin care, hair care and sun care systems
- Wide pH compatibility: pH 3–8
- Excellent safety profile
* In Europe, there are restrictions in using Salicylic Acid in products for children under the age of 3.
† In Japan, Benzyl Alcohol is not an approved cosmetic preservative, however it can be used as a cosmetic ingredient.
Applications
- Skin Care and Decorative Cosmetics
- Oil-in-Water, Water-in-Oil, and anhydrous systems
- Lipsticks, liquid and cream make-up, eyeliners, pressed powders, and mascara
- Sunscreens and sun care products
- Body butters
- Styling gels
- Shampoos and conditioners
- Creams and lotions
Global Regulatory Information
EuropeAll ingredients approved (Annex V to Regulation EC/1223/2009 formerly Annex VI to Council Directive 76/768/EEC) – Max concentration of 1% Benzyl Alcohol, 0.5% Salicylic Acid and 0.6% Sorbic Acid.
Japan
All ingredients approved (JNCI) – Max concentration of 1% Benzyl Alcohol, 0.2% Salicylic Acid and 0.6% Sorbic Acid – Benzyl Alcohol is not approved as a preservative but can be used as a general cosmetic ingredient.
United States
All ingredients allowed (CIR/PCPC) – Max concentration of 1% Benzyl Alcohol, 0.5% Salicylic Acid and 0.6% Sorbic Acid.
General
Cannot be used in products for children under 3 except for shampoo.
All our products are for external use only.