MAIZECARE™ STYLE POLYMER
MaizeCareTM Style Polymer is an easy-to-use powder allowing versatility in cosmetic formats. MaizeCareTM Style Polymer is a non-GMO and bio-derived hair fixative offering hair benefits such as humidity resistance, durability and frizz-control. MaizeCareTM Style Polymer is a biodegradable and naturally derived film former that offers a non-tacky feel. This corn-based ingredient can be used in high-performing skin and make-up formulations for its long-lasting, soft-focus, skin tightening effects and sebum resistance properties. Product that can pose an explosion hazard when suspended in air as dust
Sustainable product
| Product No. | 16134125 |
| Supplier | Dow Inc. |
| CAS | 56-81-5, 7732-18-5, 9005-25-8 |
| Synonyms | VEC Sustainable, ecolibrium, maizecareecolibrium,Corn Starch Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch |
| Applications | Color Cosmetics - Makeup Bases, Hair Care - Styling Aids/Fixatives, Skin Care - Body Care, Skin Care - Facial Care |
| Sustainability Characteristics | Bio-based, Natural, Environmental accreditation |
| Characteristics | Readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready biodegradability. 92.2% biodegradation in 28 days. Biodegradable and naturally derived film former that offers a non-tacky feel. |
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Product Details
Grade
Technical
Form
Powder
Prohibited Uses
This product is neither tested nor represented as suitable for medical or pharmaceutical uses. For further information please refer to Dow's product safety page https://www.dow.com/en-us/support/product-safety.html
INCI
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Appearance
solid
Color
white, tan
Flash Point
> 93.3 °C (199.9 °F)
Odor
characteristic
Partition Coefficient
Pow: log Pow:
pH
3 - 6
Relative Density
Calculated 0.4 - 0.5 @ 20 °C (68 °F) Reference Material: (water = 1)
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