Caprylyl Methicone
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Silway 5604
Description
Silway 5604 is a caprylyl branched trisiloxane as described in structure . The siloxane consists of three silicon atoms, which is the shortest Dimethicone, and an octyl group is attached on the middle silicon.
Typical Physical Properties
| Property | Result |
| Appearance | Clear liquid, colorless to light amber, no significant particulates |
| Specific gravity | 0.84 |
| Viscosity at 25°C | 2-4 |
| Refractive index（25℃） | 1.413 |
| Flash point - closed cup | 110 |
| D4 | < 0.1 |
| D5 | < 0.1 |
Structure
Typical Applications
- Carrier for other ingredients
- Dispersing medium for hydrophobic powders and pigments
- Can be used in a wide range of personal care applications such as
- Skin care (e.g., moisturizers, gels, make-up removers, facial cleansers)
- Sun care
- Color cosmetics (e.g., lipsticks)
- Hair care (e.g., leave-on treatments)
- Antiperspirant/deodorant
Use
Silway 5604 Fluid is added into the oil phase and mixed until solved or dispersed evenly. Due to the presence of the caprylyl group on the silicone backbone, this ingredient has good compatibility with a wide range of organic ingredients and pigments while maintaining very good spreading. This results in a less dry feel and a richer feel when compared to volatile silicones – but still very light due to the moderate volatility. Being nonflammable and very compatible, this material is easy to handle and to incorporate in a broad range of formulations including lipsticks and pigmented formulations. It can help to reduce white residues in formulations containing a high level of volatile materials. Recommended use level is between 5 and 20%.
• Moderate volatility
• Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients
• Clear and colorless
• Low viscosity and surface tension
• Lowers surface tension of organic oils
• Co-solubilizer between silicone oil and hydrocarbon oil
• Nonflammable
• Nonocclusive
• Excellent spreadability
• Unique light, smooth and less dry feel
• Superior cleansing with no residue
• Improved gloss and color intensity in lipsticks
• Easy to handle and to formulate
• Improve spreadability, reduce tackiness and greasy feel of vegetable oils
• When sprayed on skin in deodorant formulation: − Long lasting fragrance retention capacity (up to 24 hrs.) − Immediate drying − No burning sensation − Soft and smooth feel
• Preference over alcohol when used in deodorant formulation
Packing
25L drums
Storage
Being storage in closed containers
Shelf Life
24 months
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