Alkamuls® EGS is a grade of ethylene glycol monostearate synthesized for cosmetic formulations. It is an excellent opacifier and pearl producing agent for lotions, creams, shampoos, and hand cleansers. It is a low HLB emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for O/W and W/O systems. Alkamuls® EGS is soluble in hydrocarbons, esters, ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons and insoluble in water. Alkamuls® EGS is totally biodegradable and contains no preservatives.
| INCI name | CAS number |
|---|---|
GLYCOL DISTEARATE | 91031-31-1 |
Markets
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty Care | Hair Care | Shampoos |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Skin Care |
| Beauty Care | Beauty Cleansing | Body Wash |
| Beauty Care | Beauty Cleansing | Liquid Hand Soap |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Baby care |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Body care |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Face care |
| Beauty Care | Skin Care | Men care |
Chemical categories
| Chemical category | Chemical family | Chemical product |
|---|---|---|
| Surfactants & interface chemicals | Non-ionic | Ester |
Product Functions
- Thickener (Personal Care)
- Opacifying agent
- Pearlizing agent
Format
| Packaging | Physical form |
|---|---|
Bag | Solid |
Region of availability
- Not available in Africa & Middle East
- Not available in Asia Pacific
- Not available in Europe
- Latin America
- Not available in North America