CONSERVANTE ISCAGUARD BOA (BENZYL ALCOHOL. DEHYDROACETIC ACID. BENZOIC ACID. SORBIC ACID) X KG

inci name: Benzyl alcohol. dehydroacetic acid. benzoic acid. sorbic acid Iscaguard BOA is a blend of organic acids in benzyl alcohol. It is suitable for formulations with acidic pH. and offers protection against bacteria. yeasts. moulds and fungi. Iscaguard BOA is permitted for use with most Eco labels. and can be used for both leave-on and rinse-off products. In Use Concentrations ISCA recommendation EU Cosmetic Regulation (max) Leave-on 0.5 – 1.0 % 1.25 % # Rinse-off 0.5 – 1.0 % 1.25 % pH (effective range) 3.0 / 6.5 Solubility (Water) 1.0 % (approx.) Solubility (Glycols) Soluble Maximum Process Temperature 40 grados C General information Iscaguard BOA is compatible with most personal care ingredients. In aqueous formu- lations. heating to 40 grados C may be required in order to fully dissolve the preservative. However. prolonged exposure to high temperatures should be avoided in order to protect against discolouration. Iscaguard BOA works effectively at pH values below 6.5. though for optimal efficacy we recommend that the pH of the finished product is less than 6. Iscaguard BOA is not to be used in aerosol dispensers (sprays) under the