Cosmetic Grade Dextrin Palmitate Powder CAS 83271-10-7 Supplier
Product Description
Dextrin Palmitate is a lipophilic ester compound produced by the esterification reaction between dextrin and palmitic acid. It is a popular multifunctional rheology modifier derived from plant starch, well recognized in the personal care industry. This white fine powder can form a rigid gel network in oil phases, effectively thickening oils, absorbing excess sebum, and improving product texture. It is widely adopted in makeup, skincare and anhydrous cosmetic formulations.
Basic Analysis
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Test Item |
Specification |
Result |
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Description |
White to light yellow-brown powder |
White Powder |
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Identification |
To pass test |
Pass |
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Heavy Metals, ppm |
Not more than 10 |
Pass |
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Arsenic, ppm |
Not more than 2 |
Pass |
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Loss on Drying, % |
Not more than 1.0 |
0.1 |
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Residue on Ignition, % |
Not more than 0.3 |
Pass |
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Acid Value, mgKOH/g |
Not more than 7 |
1.3 |
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Gel Strength 1 (10% in mineral oil), g |
170 ~ 300 |
201 |
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Gel Strength 2 (5% in sunflower oil), g |
100 ~ 200 |
141 |
Benefits
- Oil Thickening & Gel-forming Ability
It can build stable gel structure in various vegetable oils and synthetic oils, increase oil viscosity, prevent oil separation and ingredient sedimentation in anhydrous formulas. It helps products maintain uniform appearance during storage.
- Sebum Control & Oil Absorption
Excellent affinity to oils and sebum. It absorbs excess skin oil, reduces greasy shine on skin surface, delivers a matte, non-sticky finish for leave-on cosmetics.
- Improve Texture & Sensory Feel
Modifies the spreadability of oil-based products. Reduces heavy, oily feeling, brings smooth, silky skin touch without pulling or drying sensation.
- Stabilize Formulation & Enhance Suspension
Supports uniform dispersion of pigments and active powders in oil systems. Improves formulation stability, reduces pigment migration and bleeding in color cosmetics.
- Good Biocompatibility
Plant-derived backbone, mild to skin, compatible with most cosmetic oils and active ingredients. Suitable for sensitive skin formula design.
Application
- Color Cosmetics
Used in lipsticks, lip balms, cream blush, cream eyeshadow, foundation sticks and concealers. It thickens oil base, locks pigments, prevents sweating and bleeding, improves moulding property of stick cosmetics.
- Skincare Products
Applied in oil serums, anhydrous face balms, cleansing balms, facial massage oils. Controls greasiness, stabilizes oil phase, makes skincare oil easier to spread on skin.
- Body & Hair Care
Body butter, hair pomade, hair wax. Adjusts rheology, reduces tackiness, keeps styling products with good shaping power while maintaining smooth application.
- Sunscreen Formulations
Anhydrous sunscreen sticks and oil sunscreen. Helps disperse UV filters, improves product texture and avoids runny texture.
Our Advantages
We supply bulk Dextrin Palmitate with complete documents including COA and MSDS. Stable stock supports fast shipment. Rigorous quality control guarantees batch consistency, serving cosmetic factories and aesthetic raw material distributors globally.
FAQ
- Q1: What is the difference between Dextrin Palmitate and common thickeners?
Dextrin Palmitate works in oil phase instead of water phase. Traditional thickeners like xanthan gum thicken water systems, while dextrin palmitate creates oil gel, ideal for anhydrous formulas.
- Q2: Is Dextrin Palmitate safe for cosmetic use?
It is a widely accepted cosmetic ingredient, compliant with main cosmetic regulations. It is non-irritating for topical use. Please finish full formula stability and patch test before mass production.
- Q3: Can it be mixed with other gelling agents?
Yes. It can be combined with other oil gelling agents to adjust gel hardness and sensory texture according to formulation requirements.
