Trihydroxystearin

Trihydroxystearin

Item No. THK-TRIHST-01
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Description
Description
Rheological additive made by hydrogenating castor oil resulting in a fine powder. Melting Point 85-88oC. Non-animal origin.
Benefits
  • Provides thixotropic thickening (shear thinning properties) in various oils including mineral, vegetable and silicones oils, and also low-polarity aliphatic solvents
  • Imparts good pay-off in stick products
  • Improves stability when used in the oil phase of emulsions
  • Can be used as a binder in pressed powers
Use
Add to heated oil at 55-60oC (130-140F), mix for 10-20 min (!) under high sheer to fully activate. Keep blending (blade stirrer) in the cool down phase, until 40oC (100F). Usage level: 0.2-0.8% and 0.5-2% for pressed powders. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, lipsticks, massage gels, balms.
CAS
139-44-6
INCI
Trihydroxystearin
composition
Trihydroxystearin
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Off-white powder, faint odor
Solubility
Water-insoluble, oil-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
India
Raw Material Source
Castor oil, glycerin
Manufacture
Trihydroxystearin is produced by esterification of glycerin and hydroxystearic acid. Hydroxystearic acid is made from the catalytic hydrogenation of castor oil.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2905170000