INCI Nomenclature:
PCA Glyceryl Oleate
Appearance:
Clear Viscous Liquid
Color:
Golden Yellow to Brown
Solubility:
Oil Soluble
Suggested Use Levels:
0.5-2.0%
Suggested Applications:
Leave-on and rinse-off applications such as hair conditioners, balms, shampoos, bar formulations, and scalp care.
pH Stability in Formulations:
4.0-7.0
Formulating Guidelines:
Add to the oil or surfactant phase of formulation. Can be used in hot or cold processes. Cationic charge.
Odor:
Characteristic
Shelf Life:
12 months from date of manufacture.
Storage:
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 32°C. Based on stability studies, the optimum storage temperature for maximization of shelf life is 23 - 25°C. However, it may be stored at temperatures between 16 and 32°C if such specific temperature control is not available. Do not freeze.