Description: Natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial blend in powder form consisting of glucono-delta-lactone (microbial fermentation of corn) which has chelating and hydrating benefits and sodium benzoate (food grade preservative). Non-GMO. Free flowing white powder, water soluble.CAS: 90-80-2, 532-32-1, 299-28-5INCI Name: Gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, calcium gluconateBenefits: - Effective broad spectrum protection for a wide range of skin and hair care products - Active in a wide pH range (best between pH 3-6) - Has GRAS (Generally Accepted As Safe) status and is compliant with ECOCERT, WholeFoods and the European REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals)Use: Recommended use level of 0.75-2.0%. Performs best in pH 3-6. Compatible with practically all raw materials. Can be added directly to the formulation below 100°F/40°C. External use only.Applications: All kinds of skin & hair care products (incl. emulsions, aqueous & anhydrous systems), sun care products, makeup products.Country of Origin: USARaw material source: Gluconic acid, benzoic acidManufacture: Proprietary blend of three antimicrobial agents. Gluconolactone is produced from an aqueous gluconic acid solution by dehydration involving azeotropic distillation with alcohols, followed by crystallization from the alcohol-containing residue. Calcium gluconate is produced by neutralization of gluconic acid with lime. Sodium benzoate is produced by the neutralization of benzoic acid with sodium bicarbonate.Animal Testing: Not animal testedGMO: GMO-freeVegan: Does not contain animal derived componentsCertifications: ECOCERT
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