Geogard ECT is a unique, patent pending combination of benzyl alcohol, salicylic acid, glycerin and sorbic acid, which are well accepted in a wide range of personal care products. The novel composition of this antimicrobial blend offers a low cost in use as well as broad spectrum protection in a diverse range of products against Gram-positive & Gram-negative bacteria, yeast and molds at wide pH ranges. Geogard ECT has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance for personal care products. Also referred to as Preservative Eco.
Recommended use level (0.6-1.0%)
- Meets the COSMOS and ECOCERT standards
- Broad spectrum activity on bacteria, yeast and molds
- Has a wide range of global regulatory acceptance
- Water-soluble
- Low odor and color
- Wide pH compatibility: (pH 3 – 8)
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All of the ingredients are approved for use in the US, Europe* and Japan† at the recommended use level (0.6-1.0%)
Size: 10ML
Technical Information:
- INCI: Benzyl Alcohol & Salicylic Acid & Glycerin & Sorbic Acid
- CAS #: 100-51-6 & 69-72-7 & 56-81-5 & 110-44-1
- Specific Gravity: 1.018 - 1.118 @ 25°C
- Appearance: Clear, colourless to straw liquid
- For emulsified systems, Geogard ECT preservative can be easily integrated post-emulsification at temperatures BELOW 45°C
- Usage rate: 0.6 - 1.0%
COMPOSITIONAL BREAKDOWN
- Benzyl Alcohol: 77 - 86%
- Salicylic Acid: 8 - 15%
- Glycerin: 3 - 6%
- Sorbic Acid: 1 - 4%
