Dehydroacetic Acid (and) Benzyl Alcohol

Appearance

Clear light yellow to orange liquid

Function

Preservative for cosmetics and toiletries with broad spectrum activity. This preservative is based on dehydroacetic acid (DHA) and benzyl alcohol and meets ECOCERT and COSMOS standards and is effective in a wide pH range.

Synonyms

Geogard 221; Dehydroacetic Acid (and) Benzyl Alcohol; Unogard 221; 2-Acetyl-5-hydroxy-3-oxo-4-hexenoic acid, delta-lactone

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area.

Packages

250 ml. HDPE Bottle
44 lb. Pail
20 kg. Pail
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Cosmetics

Product Class

Preservatives/antimicrobials

Other

Origin: Natural
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: > 205 øF (96 øC)
Melting Point: N/A
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: N/A