CAS numbers:
60177-36-8
INCI Name:
Sorbitan Caprylate
Velsan SC is a preservative Booster.
Velsan SC can help to increase the viscosity of a formulation and it can act as an emulsifier.
Velsan SC assists the efficacy of preserving agents in a synergistic manner.
Lower use concentrations of preserving agents can be used without lowering the efficacy.
Velsan SC is a 100% natural multifunctional ingredient.
Velsan SC acts as a preservation booster offering the possibility to lower the amount of preservatives used, yet keeping cosmetics safe.
At the same time Velsan SC acts as an emollient and/or emulsifier depending on the formulation.
Velsan SC can minimize 2 or 3 different ingredients due to its multifunctional properties.
Velsan SC is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient, hydrotrope and co-emulsifying agent for cosmetic formulation.
Velsan SC is a co-emulsifier based on renewable resources.
Velsan SC can be used for “preservative-free” cosmetics.
Velsan SC is used in O/W emulsions, creams, lotions, no tear baby shampoo, body wash, facial wash.
Benefits of Velsan SC:
-EO-free
-Cold-processable
-Co-emulsifier
-Viscosifier
-Preservative free
-Moisturizing
Velsan SC can help to increase the viscosity of a formulation and it can act as an emulsifier.
Velsan SC assists the efficacy of preserving agents in a synergistic manner.
Lower use concentrations of Velsan SC can be used without lowering the efficacy.
Velsan SC itself shows some efficacy against microorganisms.
The recommended use level of Velsan SC is normally in the range of 0.5 - 2.0 % based on the total weight of the finished product.
Velsan SC is a nonsensitizing, non-irritating antimicrobial auxiliary.
Chemical Name:
Sorbitan Caprylate
Product Function:
Preservation / Multifunctional
Chemical Type:
Sorbitan Derivatives
Applications of Velsan SC:
-Shower, Liquid Soap
-Shampoo
-Wet Wipe
-Hair Conditioner
-Hair Styling
-Cream, Lotion
-Sun Protection
-Antiperspirant & Deodorant
-Color Cosmetics
Velsan SC acts as a preservation booster offering the possibility to lower the amount of preservatives used, yet keeping cosmetics safe.
KEYWORDS:
60177-36-8, 262-098-3, Sorbitan Caprylate, Velsan, [(1R)-1-[(3R,4S)-3 4 -dihidroksioksolan-2-il]-2-hidroksietil] oktanoat, sorbitan monooktanoat, sorbitan oktanoat, sorbitan monokaprilat, DTXSID80975601, 1 4-Anhidro-5-0-oktanoilheksitol
Product Features of Velsan SC:
Velsan SC itself shows some efficacy against microorganisms.
The recommended use level of Velsan SC is normally in the range of 0.5 - 2.0 % based on the total weight of the finished product.
Velsan SC is a nonsensitizing, non-irritating antimicrobial auxiliary.
Additionally, Velsan SC can help to increase the viscosity of shampoo formulations enabling to lower the amount of Sodium Chloride.
This leads to less eye-irritating shampoo formulations, ideal for baby shampoos with claim: no tear.
Recommended Uses of Velsan SC:
-Velsan SC can help to increase the viscosity of a formulation and it can act as an emulsifier.
-Velsan SC assists the efficacy of preserving agents in a synergistic manner.
-Lower use concentrations of preserving agents can be used without lowering the efficacy.
Chemical Name:
60177-36-8
Product Function:
Biocide/Preservative
Velsan SC is a 100% natural multifunctional ingredient.
Velsan SC acts as a preservation booster offering the possibility to lower the amount of preservatives used, yet keeping cosmetics safe.
At the same time Velsan SC acts as an emollient and/or emulsifier depending on the formulation.
Velsan SC can minimize 2 or 3 different ingredients due to its multifunctional properties.
Chemical Type:
Esters
Applications of Velsan SC:
Hand dishwashing
Performance Claims of Velsan SC:
-Increase viscosity
-Cold temperature stability
-Rheology control
Sorbitan Caprylate.
Velsan SC is an EO-free, cold processable, preservation booster, moisturizing and co-emulsifying agent.
Velsan SC also acts as an emollient.
Velsan SC is 100% natural, preservative-free multi-functional ingredient.
Velsan SC is produced by esterification of sorbitan with caprylic acid.
Velsan SC can help to increase the viscosity of a formulation.
Velsan SC is a non-sensitizing, non-irritating antimicrobial auxiliary.
Velsan SC is recommended for shower, liquid soaps, shampoos, wet wipes, conditioners, hair styling, creams, lotions, antiperspirans & deodorants, sun protection and color cosmetics.
Claims:
-Emollients
-Emulsifiers > Co-emulsifiers
-Moisturizing Agents
-Preservatives
-vegan
-bio-based
-moisturizing
-preservative-free
INCI Name: SORBITAN CAPRYLATE
Performance Claims:
-Preservative boosting
-Co-emulsifying agent
-Moisturizing
pH stability of Velsan SC:
Velsan SC is stable at pH 4-8.
This applies to all steps of preparing a formulation, so it might be worthwhile to check pH of pre-mixes before final pH adjustment.
Velsan SC has very high or low pH could lead to cleavage of the ester and may result in a characteristic odor of the fatty acid.
INCI Name:
Sorbitan Caprylate
Product Function:
Co-Emulsifier, Preservation booster
Renewable Carbon Index (RCI):
100 %
Environmental Working Group (EWG) Score:
1
Storage & Handling of Velsan SC:
Storage and Handling of Velsan SC:
Velsan SC is stable when stored in closed original containers.
Velsan SC becomes turbid with sedimentation at room temperature.
Velsan SC must be homogenized at 30-40 °C before use.
Temperature stability of Velsan SC:
Velsan SC can be added at any stage to the proc-ess, but it is preferably added during the cooling stage of hot processes.
The recommended maximum handling temperature of Velsan SC is 80 °C.
Product Type:
Additive > Emulsifiers > Oil in water
Industry:
Cosmetics
Chemical Composition:
Sorbitan caprylate
Advantages of Velsan SC:
Velsan SC has antimicrobial synergism with aromatic alcohols, organic acids and other actives
Other Applications of Velsan SC:
Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care) > Facial care
Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care) > Body care
Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care) > Baby care > Baby shampoos
INCI: Sorbitan Caprylate Synergistic preservative enhancer.
Velsan SC is completely based on renewable raw materials.
Velsan SCv is used in O/W emulsions, creams, lotions, shampoos, wet wipes.
INGREDIENT IDENTIFICATION of Velsan SC:
Name:
Velsan SC
Segment:
Personal care
INCI name:
Sorbitan Caprylate
CAS numbers:
60177-36-8
GENERAL USE of Velsan SC:
Performance claims, Sustainability claims, Function, Applications, Usage level
TECHNICAL USE of Velsan SC:
Chemical group, Chemical properties, Physical properties, Appearance, Colors, Origin, Origin Species
SAFETY AND CERTIFICATIONS of Velsan SC:
GHS classification, Hazard statements, Certifications, Renewable Carbon Index (RCI)
Abstract:
Sorbitan Caprylate (Velsan® SC) is an Ecocert-approved multifunctional ingredient which is based 100 % on renewable resources.
Velsan SC helps to thicken surfactant systems and can help to stabilise emulsions, as it has a co-emulsifying property on top.
Furthermore, Sorbitan Caprylate can boost the efficacy of preservative systems.
Velsan SC shows an excellent synergism with e.g. aromatic alcohols or organic acids.
This property helps to reduce the amount of classical preservatives without reducing the high level of a safe preservation of cosmetic formulations.
As Sorbitan Caprylate is not listed as a preservative, together with non-listed actives ‘preservative-free’ claims can be made.
Introduction:
For a range of different reasons the trend to use less classical preservatives for the preservation of cosmetic products continues unbroken.
The group of the above mentioned classical preservatives includes halogenated substances, formaldehyde-donors and Parabens.
These preservatives, which have been used most widely for the preservation of cosmetic formulations, are easy to work with, as in most cases they are not limited to a special pH range, do not alternate the viscosity of a formulation or modify the smell.
As alternatives to classical preservatives, aromatic alcohols like Phenoxyethanol and Benzyl Alcohol or organic acids are used, especially as the Benzyl Alcohol and many organic acids are seen as ‘naturally based’ preservatives.
Additionally several products which are not listed on Annex V of the European Cosmetic Regulation or on the Japanese Standards for Cosmetics list are offered to the market in combination with listed preservatives or as stand alone solutions.
Switching from classical preservatives to alternatives often needs a readjustment of the entire formulation setup.
Organic acids, for example, are only active in low pH formulations, so a pH < 5.5 is needed.
Aromatic alcohols have a strong smell and often tend to decrease the viscosity of a formulation.
This is the reason why normally not more than 0.5 % of an Sorbitan Caprylate – the Preservative Boosting, Multifunctional Ingredient
Non-listed alternatives often have a strong smell, for example botanical extracts and often lack a longer use history, so that their real toxicological profile is as yet unknown.
In summary, a universal alternative preservative which can be seen as a real replacement to classical preservative groups is not yet available.
Sorbitan Caprylate:
To follow the trend of reducing or replacing classical preservatives and to claim a ‘natural’ preservation, organic acids are used.
This group consists mainly of Benzoic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Sorbic Acid, which are listed as preservatives, and the nonlisted Anisic Acid.
While these organic acids show a really good performance against fungi, they are rather weak against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
It is an advantage that the growth of Gram-negative bacteria is already weakened at a pH < 5.5, a pH limit which is needed for organic acids to be active.
For closing the gap against bacteria it is advisable to combine organic acids with alcohols.
Apart from the wellknown aromatic alcohols Phenoxyethanol or Benzyl Alcohol, other actives like Ethylhexylglycerin or 1,2-Octanediol can be used.
Apart from Benzyl Alcohol, none of these actives is seen as a ‘natural’ preservative, as they are based on synthetic raw materials.
The common structure of these surface-active molecules is to have a hydrophilic head group and a midchain lipophilic tail.
A molecule which has the same structural motive is Sorbitan Caprylate.
Sorbitan Caprylate is a multifunctional ingredient.
Velsan SC is not only known as a hydrotrope but also as a co-emulsifier helping to stabilise emulsions.
In addition, Velsan SC can help to build up viscosity.
While this effect in leave-on formulations is dependent on the chosen system, the viscosity increasing ability of Sorbitan Caprylate in surfactant based systems is high.