Sustainable Water-Based Coatings
With global sustainability becoming a focused effort across the world, the coatings industry is moving towards advancing water-based coatings by incorporating heavy-metal free corrosion inhibitors.
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Aluminum Sesquichlorohydrate in Personal Care Products
Aluminum Sesquichlorohydrate (ASH) is used in body care products, especially antiperspirants and deodorants to reduce sweat and bacteria.
Alpha Tocopherol in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Alpha-tocopherol is the most potent naturally-occurring scavenger of reactive oxygen and nitrogen, making it a highly effective antioxidant.
Avobenzone in Personal Care Products
Avobenzone is a UVA chemical sunscreen that is effective but prone to rapid degradation. It’s commonly combined with other UV-absorbing ingredients.
Comparing Sugar Alcohols: Maltitol, Erythritol, Sorbitol, and Xylitol
Compare the properties, functionality, and uses of common sugar alcohols in food products, including maltitol, erythritol, sorbitol, and xylitol.
Maltodextrin in Food Products
Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide molecular compound used to thicken, stabilize, and sweeten food products.
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Magnesium Carbonate in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Magnesium Carbonate is often used in personal care products as a bulking agent, mattifier, and oil-absorber. It’s also highly effective in fragrance absorption.
Oleic Acid in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
Oleic Acid is the most common fatty acid found in nature. It’s used in cosmetics and personal care products.
Homosalate in Personal Care Products
Homosalate is an oil-soluble chemical sun-blocking agent that absorbs UVB radiation. It’s commonly used in formulations of high-SPF sunscreen products.
Black Carrot in Food and Nutrition Products
Black carrot is renowned for its antioxidants and is commonly used for its nutritional and sensory properties in the food industry.
Magnesium Carbonate in Food and Beverage Products
Magnesium carbonate is a highly versatile mineral that performs a variety of important functions in food and beverage products.
Benzoic Acid in Personal Care
Benzoic acid is a popular preservative in personal care products, thanks to its excellent antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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Oleic Acid in Food and Nutrition
Oleic acid, a fatty acid, has been shown to have several health benefits. It functions as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and flavor enhancer in food formulations.
Terpenes in Food and Nutrition
Discover terpenes in food and nutrition. From production to health effects, this article covers applications, safety, and regulatory insights for chemists.
Citric Acid in Food and Nutrition
Delve into the chemistry of citric acid, from its production and properties to its multifaceted use in food industries, safety considerations, and health impacts.
Aluminum Silicate in Food & Nutrition
Explore the critical role of Aluminum silicate in food products, from production to safety considerations. Discover its widespread industry applications.
Chitosan in Food & Nutrition
Chitosan is a naturally occurring polysaccharide with desirable properties for use as a film-forming agent, encapsulating agent, and anti-microbial agent.
Stearates in Food & Nutrition
Stearates are salts or esters of stearic acid. They have various applications in food formulations, acting as lubricants, emulsifiers, stabilizers, and more.
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