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BioEstolide™ 250

BioEstolide™ 250 part of Biosynthetic® Technologies that produces a line of sustainable, biobased, biodegradable oils derived from castor. These high-performing emollients offer enhanced oxidative, hydrolytic, thermal and UV stability for long shelf life of products in formulation. BioEstolide™ 250 has a low acid value (<0.05 mg KOH/g), medium dynamic viscosity (250 cPs at 25oC), and high refractive index (1.461) with an NOI of 0.86 (ISO 16128). In haircare, it has been found to impart shine and luster, smooth the hair shaft, create body and volume, and improve wet and dry combability while also providing thermal protection for use with hot tools. This emollient has low tackiness and ample playtime, spreading, and cushion with long lasting moisturization in skincare formulations. It offers high solvency of mineral and natural oils, fatty acids, chemical sunscreens and is compatible with many other products found in personal care formulations. BioEstolide™ 250 may also aid in the dispersion of mineral sunscreen and pigments. This product is Kosher, Vegan and Halal certified and can be used as a mineral oil, lanolin, or medium viscosity silicone alternative.

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Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, 2-ethylhexyl ester, acetate (2361055-93-6) Sign in to view

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Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, homopolymer, 2-ethylhexyl ester, acetate (2361055-93-6)
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