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- Manufacturer: LANXESS
- Product Line: KATHON™ CG Personal Care Preservative
- Product: KATHON™ CG Preservative
- Industries: Building & Construction | Care Chemicals | Personal Care
- Authorized Countries: United States
KATHON™ CG
KATHON™ CG is a broad-spectrum, rapidly biodegradable preservative specifically formulated for use in rinse-off skin and hair care products. It provides robust protection against microbial contamination, ensuring the safety and longevity of personal care formulations.
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Appearance: Clear liquid
APHA color: ≤100
Specific gravity @ 25°C: 1.21 g/cm³
pH (as manufactured): 1.7–3.7
Stability: Stable for at least 1 year at ambient temperatures and at least 6 months at 50°C
Recommended use level: 0.06% to 0.10%, as supplied (dosage levels should be verified with testing due to the variation in personal care formulations and their susceptibility to microbial contamination)
CAS number: 26172-55-4
- Manufacturer: LANXESS
- Product Line: KATHON™ CG Personal Care Preservative
- Product: KATHON™ CG Preservative
- Industries: Building & Construction | Care Chemicals | Personal Care
- Authorized Countries: United States
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Overview
INCI Methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT) and Methylisothiazolinone (MIT) KATHON™ CG is designed to protect products from microbial contamination, ensuring their effectiveness and safety. It offers broad-spectrum protection against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, molds, and yeasts, which helps maintain product quality and stability. With a long history of successful use, KATHON™ CG is a trusted preservative in a wide range of rinse-off personal care products, such as shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers, effectively extending shelf life while preserving performance and integrity.
Specifications
Appearance: Clear liquid
APHA color: ≤100
Specific gravity @ 25°C: 1.21 g/cm³
pH (as manufactured): 1.7–3.7
Stability: Stable for at least 1 year at ambient temperatures and at least 6 months at 50°C
Recommended use level: 0.06% to 0.10%, as supplied (dosage levels should be verified with testing due to the variation in personal care formulations and their susceptibility to microbial contamination)
CAS number: 26172-55-4
Features & Benefits
- Superior broad-spectrum activity against many bacteria, yeasts, and molds Rapidly biodegrades, does not bioaccumulate, and is not persistent in the environment Effective over a pH range typical for rinse-off cosmetic products Very effective at low use levels, providing a cost-to-treat advantage Globally approved Does not release formaldehyde Simple water-based formulation for ease of use in manufacture No color or odor imparted to end product Low risk of skin sensitization at recommended concentration levels Vegan suitable
Applications
Rinse-off personal care products, including the following: Shampoos Conditioners Body washes Shower gels Face washes Liquid hand soaps
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