BELGUARD EHG BA TDS
1. Broad spectrum preservatives with good efficiency.
2. Most suitable for sensitive applications like Wet Wipes.
3. Most potent preservative against bacteria yeasts and moulds.
4. Stable to hydrolysis, temperature and pH.
5. Efficiency of the compound is attributed to the presence of Benzyl alcohol, an anti microbial agent
and the activity is further enhanced by the multifunctional additive EHG.
6. Contains common fragrance component that inhibits microbial activity and further supplemented by
Ethyl Hexyl Glycerine.
7. Combination of Benzyl alcohol and EHG provide Antimicrobial stability to varieties of cosmetic
formulations.
END APPLICATION: Leave-on, Wet wipes and sensitive applications and concentration can be of
Maximum 1.1% as per European, Asian Cosmetic Directive and Cosmetic ingredient Review ( USA).
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Liquid product with a Combination of Ethylhexyl Glycerine a multifunctional
cosmetic additive along with Benzyl alcohol known for its antimicrobial activity. EHG improves the interfacial
tension at the cell membrane of microorganisms improving the preservative activity of Benzyl alcohol.
This is the most Eco-compatible preservative that effectively stabilises cosmetic formulations containing
Water phase creams, lotions, tonics, Shampoos.
COMPOSITION :
1. Benzyl Alcohol 88.5 – 91.5%
2. Ethyl hexyl Glycerine 8.5 – 11.5%
3. Tocopherol <=1%
Benzyl Alcohol
1. Molecular formula : C7H8O
2. Molecular weight : 108.14
3. Chemical name : Benzyl Alcohol
4. CAS.no : 100 -51 - 6
5. EINECS .no : 202-859-9
6. Molecular structure :
Ethylhexyl Glycerine
1. CAS No. : 70445-33-9
2. EINECS No. : 408-080-2
3. Chemical Name : 3-(2-Ethylhexyloxy) propane-1, 2-diol
4. Chemical Formula : C 11 H 24 O3
5. Molecular Weight : 204.306.
6. Structure :
Physical and Chemical data:
Appearance: Colourless to light yellow Liquid.
Odour: Characteristic
Colour (Hazan) Maximum 60
Density at 20 Degree C: 1.03 – 1.04
Refractive index at 20 Degree C: 1.525 – 1.537
pH value ( 10 grams /1lit at 20Degree C): ~5
Boiling point Range: > 100 Degree C
Flash point: > 102 Degree C.
Solubility: Highly soluble in polar solvents such as Propylene Glycol
and non- soluble in Non-polar solvents
Water solubility: One gram in 100 grams of water at 20 Degree C
Material compatibility: The material can be handled in Stainless steel , Polyethylene (PE), Hard PVC,
Polyamide ( PA) and hard Polyvinyl chloride is the most suitable for concentrated product.
The sealing material can be Fluorine rubber or Polytetrafluoro ethylene (PTFE).
Storage conditions: The material should be stored in original container at room temperature and
product must be protected from direct sunlight. If the consumption size is smaller than the original container,
it is preferable to close the balance quantity with inert sealing.
Shelf life: The shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacturing if the storage condition is maintained
as per above instruction.
