UL Prospector
Prospector

Verdessence™ Alginate (Formerly known as Hydagen® 558 P)

Verdessence™ Alginate (Formerly known as Hydagen® 558 P) is an algae-based, natural rheology modifier that also provides an enhanced feel on the skin, making it suitable for skin care formats. In hair applications, it acts as a multifunctional styling fixative and rheology modifier, providing a natural hold and long-lasting curl definition, even in high humidity.

Upgrade to Prospector Premium to view Compliance Highlights Learn More

Retailer Compliance Status

Name (CAS Number)
Alginic acid, sodium salt (9005-38-3) Sign in to view

Regulatory & Advisory Status

Name (CAS Number)
Alginic acid, sodium salt (9005-38-3)
Sign in to view
Compliance information powered by UL's ChemADVISOR™ Regulatory Database.
General
Appearance Sign in to view
Color Sign in to view
Use Level Sign in to view
Physical Nominal Value Unit
pH (68°F, at 1%, H-III 1 DGF) Sign in to view
Density (EN ISO 60 + 61 DIN) Sign in to view
Viscosity (68°F, Brookfield, 2555 ISO) Sign in to view

Company

BASF develops and produces a comprehensive portfolio of raw materials for the Personal Care industry such as effect pigments, emollients, complexing agents, neutralizers, setting polymers, conditioning polymers, rheology modifiers, UV filters, mild surfactants, solubilizers, emulsifiers, and solvents. These ingredients are ideal in color cosmetics and hair, oral, skin and sun care products.

Company Documents

The information presented here was acquired by UL from the producer of the product or material or original information provider. However, UL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of the information contained on this website and strongly encourages that upon final product or material selection information is validated with the manufacturer. This website provides links to other websites owned by third parties. The content of such third party sites is not within our control, and we cannot and will not take responsibility for the information or content.

BASF Personal Care makes their documentation available in the regions indicated below: