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FOCUS stearate SE, which is sold under the brand name Dermorganics GMS-SE. Glyceryl stearate is a naturally sourced emulsifier usually present in certified natural cosmetics. Dermorganics GMS-SE is manufactured using a fully-certified process and offers similar specifications as its non-organic counterparts in the market. Dr Straetmans is forming a new ingredients line under the Dermorganics brand name to meet demand for organic emulsifiers. HPC, Household and Personal Care Today, Sep 2010, (3), 10
Market scope expanded for syntheticalcohol nonionic surfactants Dai-Ichi Kogyo Seiyaku and BASF Japan are expanding the application scope of a series of nonionic surfactants, from the current commercial and industrial applications into the consumer segment of highconcentration, household-use liquid detergents. The eco-friendly surfactants comprise synthetic alcohols with optimized branched hydrophobic groups. They are highly biodegradable and less-toxic to aquatic organisms. Dai-Ichi Kogyo has been manufacturing BASF’s Lutensol series of surfactants and supplying them under the brand name Noigen. These materials effectively lessen dynamic surface tension and exhibit strong wetting and osmotic properties, compared with natural alcohols and other linear-chain alcohols. Japan Chemical Web, 18 Oct 2010, (Website: http://www.japanchemicalweb.jp)
Meet the BlanovaMULS emulsifiers Azelis is offering BlanovaMULS, a new range of high-performance natural emulsifiers that comprises five variants based on glyceryl stearate citrate. BlanovaMULS GMSC delivers high spreading pressure at the oil/water interface for small, fine droplets, resulting in stable O/W emulsions; BlanovaMULS ECO 77 is an O/W anionic emulsifier for natural cosmetics; and BlanovaMULS ECP 2277 is an O/W anionic emulsifier for rich, caring formulations. BlanovaMULS ECO 2277-2C and BlanovaMULS ECO 2277-5C are both emulsion concentrates for high 4
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performance without preservatives. The materials are claimed to allow formulators to emulsify huge quantities of oil with just one component. SPC, Soap, Perfumery and Cosmetics, Sep 2010, 83 (9), 69
Momentive introduces advancements in polyurethanes technology to improve sustainability, energy efficiency At UTECH North America 2010, Momentive Performance Materials showcased a number of technological advancements that can help lower the impact of polyurethane foam products on the environment. Silicone L-6635 is a new surfactant that can reduce surface and sub-surface void formation in rigid polyurethane foams produced by continuous lamination. It can help increase energy efficiency particularly in construction applications, such as structural insulated panels, by eliminating defects at the foam’s surface, the company says. Among other highlighted products were Niax Silicone L-670 (see also p 6) and Niax Silicone L-6952 – a highly efficient surfactant and excellent candidate to consider for use in pourin-place foam applications that employ HFC-245fa as the blowing agent. By providing both good flow and fine cell production, it promotes energy efficiency by leading to the formation of consistent, high quality foams with excellent insulating properties. In addition, Momentive offers a range of surfactants, catalysts and other additives that are excellent candidates to consider when flexible slabstock and moulded foam manufacturers want to meet stringent volatile organic carbon (VOC) emission requirements. Press release from: Momentive Performance Materials, 187 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897, USA, website: http://www.momentive.com (7 Oct 2010)
ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS New enzyme removes fruit-based stains Novozymes launched a new detergent enzyme solution, XPect, at
the 7th World Conference on Detergents in Montreux, Switzerland. XPect removes fruit- and pectinbased stains that traditional detergent ingredients have trouble removing. Pectin is a natural constituent of many fruits and vegetables and is used as a gelling agent and stabilizer in food production. The classic application is giving the jelly-like consistency to jams or marmalades, but pectin is also gaining popularity as a texturizer in low-fat dairy products. Current detergents are unable to satisfactorily remove stains from fruit- and pectin-based foods such as jams, jellies and processed tomato. XPect is able to degrade the pectin, thereby removing the stains, and as an additional benefit it is efficient even at 20°C, unlike many traditional detergents. Press release from: Novozymes A/S, Krogshojvej 36, 2880 Bagsvaerd, Denmark, tel: +45 4446 0000, fax: +45 4446 9999, e-mail: [email protected], website: http://www.novozymes.com (5 Oct 2010)
Colonial introduces green hydrotropes Colonial Chemical has rolled out two coconut oil-derived hydrotropes called VerdeTrope 120 and VerdeTrope 162, which are suited for use in shampoos, hand soaps and body washes. VerdeTrope 120 does not add foam to the composition, while VerdeTrope 162 imparts minimal foam. The materials are 100% natural and can be used as a substitute to petroleumderived hydrotropes such as sodium cumene sulfonate and sodium xylene sulfonate. SPC, Soap, Perfumery and Cosmetics, Sep 2010, 83 (9), 69
APPLICATIONS Laundry & cleaning products 21st century biotech in a soap bar An estimated 1 bn people worldwide do their family’s laundry by hand. Many of them use a soap bar, a lowtech product that has remained the same for decades. It is a slow, tedious way of washing clothes, requiring many rewashings and much water to get clothes clean. Leading DECEMBER 2010
Market scope expanded for syntheticalcohol nonionic surfactants Dai-Ichi Kogyo Seiyaku and BASF Japan are expanding the application scope of a series of nonionic surfactants, from the current commercial and industrial applications into the consumer segment of highconcentration, household-use liquid detergents. The eco-friendly surfactants comprise synthetic alcohols with optimized branched hydrophobic groups. They are highly biodegradable and less-toxic to aquatic organisms. Dai-Ichi Kogyo has been manufacturing BASF’s Lutensol series of surfactants and supplying them under the brand name Noigen. These materials effectively lessen dynamic surface tension and exhibit strong wetting and osmotic properties, compared with natural alcohols and other linear-chain alcohols. Japan Chemical Web, 18 Oct 2010, (Website: http://www.japanchemicalweb.jp)
Meet the BlanovaMULS emulsifiers Azelis is offering BlanovaMULS, a new range of high-performance natural emulsifiers that comprises five variants based on glyceryl stearate citrate. BlanovaMULS GMSC delivers high spreading pressure at the oil/water interface for small, fine droplets, resulting in stable O/W emulsions; BlanovaMULS ECO 77 is an O/W anionic emulsifier for natural cosmetics; and BlanovaMULS ECP 2277 is an O/W anionic emulsifier for rich, caring formulations. BlanovaMULS ECO 2277-2C and BlanovaMULS ECO 2277-5C are both emulsion concentrates for high 4
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performance without preservatives. The materials are claimed to allow formulators to emulsify huge quantities of oil with just one component. SPC, Soap, Perfumery and Cosmetics, Sep 2010, 83 (9), 69
Momentive introduces advancements in polyurethanes technology to improve sustainability, energy efficiency At UTECH North America 2010, Momentive Performance Materials showcased a number of technological advancements that can help lower the impact of polyurethane foam products on the environment. Silicone L-6635 is a new surfactant that can reduce surface and sub-surface void formation in rigid polyurethane foams produced by continuous lamination. It can help increase energy efficiency particularly in construction applications, such as structural insulated panels, by eliminating defects at the foam’s surface, the company says. Among other highlighted products were Niax Silicone L-670 (see also p 6) and Niax Silicone L-6952 – a highly efficient surfactant and excellent candidate to consider for use in pourin-place foam applications that employ HFC-245fa as the blowing agent. By providing both good flow and fine cell production, it promotes energy efficiency by leading to the formation of consistent, high quality foams with excellent insulating properties. In addition, Momentive offers a range of surfactants, catalysts and other additives that are excellent candidates to consider when flexible slabstock and moulded foam manufacturers want to meet stringent volatile organic carbon (VOC) emission requirements. Press release from: Momentive Performance Materials, 187 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT 06897, USA, website: http://www.momentive.com (7 Oct 2010)
ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS New enzyme removes fruit-based stains Novozymes launched a new detergent enzyme solution, XPect, at
the 7th World Conference on Detergents in Montreux, Switzerland. XPect removes fruit- and pectinbased stains that traditional detergent ingredients have trouble removing. Pectin is a natural constituent of many fruits and vegetables and is used as a gelling agent and stabilizer in food production. The classic application is giving the jelly-like consistency to jams or marmalades, but pectin is also gaining popularity as a texturizer in low-fat dairy products. Current detergents are unable to satisfactorily remove stains from fruit- and pectin-based foods such as jams, jellies and processed tomato. XPect is able to degrade the pectin, thereby removing the stains, and as an additional benefit it is efficient even at 20°C, unlike many traditional detergents. Press release from: Novozymes A/S, Krogshojvej 36, 2880 Bagsvaerd, Denmark, tel: +45 4446 0000, fax: +45 4446 9999, e-mail: [email protected], website: http://www.novozymes.com (5 Oct 2010)
Colonial introduces green hydrotropes Colonial Chemical has rolled out two coconut oil-derived hydrotropes called VerdeTrope 120 and VerdeTrope 162, which are suited for use in shampoos, hand soaps and body washes. VerdeTrope 120 does not add foam to the composition, while VerdeTrope 162 imparts minimal foam. The materials are 100% natural and can be used as a substitute to petroleumderived hydrotropes such as sodium cumene sulfonate and sodium xylene sulfonate. SPC, Soap, Perfumery and Cosmetics, Sep 2010, 83 (9), 69
APPLICATIONS Laundry & cleaning products 21st century biotech in a soap bar An estimated 1 bn people worldwide do their family’s laundry by hand. Many of them use a soap bar, a lowtech product that has remained the same for decades. It is a slow, tedious way of washing clothes, requiring many rewashings and much water to get clothes clean. Leading DECEMBER 2010