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Broad spectrum anti-microbial preservative system ideal for products with end pH of 5.5-6.5.
BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative
Ingredients/Tech Specs:
CTFA Name: Benzyl Alcohol , Dehydroacetic Acid
INCI Name: Benzyl Alcohol , Dehydroacetic Acid
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
Appearance: Translucent, pale yellow liquid; mild characteristic aroma
Packaging: 4/8/16 amber glass bottles; ½ gallon and 1 gallon BPA-free jugs; 5-gallon BPA free buckets
Benefits: broad-spectrum preservative easy to use in anionic, nonionic, and cationic oil and water based formulas; formaldehyde free; isothiazolinone free; paraben free
Suggested levels of usage: 0.3-0.8%
Applicable products: lotions, creams, shampoos, conditioners, solid bars, wet wipes, oil based products (body oils, massage oils, facial oils serums), butters, foaming surfactant based formulas, gels, sugar and salt scrubs with final pH of 5.5-6.5
BDHA Benzyl Alcohol and Dehydroacetic Acid is a pro-spectrum antimicrobial preservative system that is easy to use in any water based product, and any oil/water emulsion with final pH of 5.5-6.5. BDHA is approved for Cosmos and Ecocert products, along with natural, clean and organic formulas.
BDHA can be used at small percentages and will not affect final consistency or clarity of product.
Is BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative derived from petroleum based ingredients?
No, BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative does not have any petroleum based ingredients and is not derived from any petroleum based ingredients.
What are other names for BDHA?
BDHA is also sold under the trade name of Geogard 221.
How much preservative should I use?
BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative is very easy to use and is ideal at just 0.3-0.8% total in your finished formula.
Do I need to use another preservative along with BDHA?
No, this preservative is a stand-alone ingredient that can be used as your sole preservation system.
What is Benzyl Alcohol?
Benzyl alcohol is a natural constituent of essential oils, some fruits and black teas. It is an aromatic alcohol with a mild, sweet odor. Benzyl alcohol is widely used as a preservative. It is primarily active against bacteria and molds.
Benzyl alcohol is a very common ingredient in skincare and cosmetic formulations world wide. It increases the effectiveness of preservation systems, broadening the protection level in emulsified products.
What is the solubility of BDHA?
BDHA is soluble in alcohol and glycols; partially soluble in water.
What is the optimal temperature range for adding BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative?
At or below 45°C/113°F to 80°C/176°F.
When do I add BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative to my formula?
BDHA should be included in the water phase of your product, once product has been removed from heat source. The lower the temperature of the water and oils when blending, the more effective the preservation system.
In water based formulations and surfactant based gels, you can add at room temperature just by stirring in. You can slightly warm to 80°C/176°F to accelerate dissolution.
In emulsified products you can add into the water or you can add in after blending oil/water ingredients. Allow to cool after adding.
What is the pH range for finished products containing Pre-Solubilized Sodium Benzoate & Potassium Sorbate?
Optimal finished pH range is 2-7, with the adjusted final value to be 5.5 – 6.5 ideally.
What is the regulatory information on Pre-Solubilized Sodium Benzoate & Potassium Sorbate?
Cosmos and Ecocert approved
Natural Products approved
Organic products approved
Are there Allergens (EU Directive 2003/15/EC) in BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative?
Benzyl alcohol was recognized as a fragrance allergen and listed in the Annex III of the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 as a substance whose presence must be indicated in the list of ingredients on the label when its concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on and 0.01% in rinse-off products.
BDHA Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid Preservative is sold in 4oz amber glass bottles, 8oz amber glass bottles, 16oz amber glass bottles, ½ gallon BPA-free plastic jugs, 1-gallon BPA-free plastic jugs, 5-gallon BPA-free plastic buckets and drums. For orders over 25-gallons, please email us directly.
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers.
Best Used By: See lot specific C of A for expiration date.
