Cameleon™ CelluGold

Cameleon™ CelluBlack is a cellulose-based encapsulation of gold mica that protects pigments within formulations, helping to maintain a white, clean appearance. The encapsulation only breaks upon application, providing a dramatic and consistent color transformation. It is globally approved and can withstand the high pressure associated with various formulation processes.

Properties

Physical Form: Powder

Identification

INCI Name: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter ExtractCI 77491CI 77891Cellulose AcetateIron OxidesMicaTin OxideTitanium Dioxide

Product families

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Color Cosmetics

Product Families

Pigments & Colorants — Effects Pigments

Gold Effect

Cosmetic Ingredients — Pigments & Colorants

Effect Pigments

Other characteristics

Brand: Cameleon
Synonyms: Acetate Cellulose, Acetate Cotton, Acetic Acid, Cellulose Ester, Acetylcellulose, Cellulose, Acetate
Pigment Type: Gold Effect, Pearlescent
Gold Effect
Pearlescent
Color (Properties): Gold
Markets: Personal Care
Shelf LIfe: 3 years
Technology: Cosmetic Ingredients
Pigments & Colorants
Benefit Claims: Encapsulated Actives
Film Forming
Imparts color
Moisturizing
Opacifying
Color: Gold
Storage Condition: Store in a dry, well-ventilated, dark area at room temperature.; Store in a tightly closed container.; Keep away from direct sunlight and source of heat.; Shelf Life: Three years from release date under correct storage conditions.
Chemical Inventories: EINECS (EU)
Certifications and Compliance: REACH (Europe)
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Effect Pigment
Pigment

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

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Characteristic	Value	Unit
Mica	50 - 54	%
Iron Oxide (CI 77491)	0 - 0.6	%
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter	4 - 8	%
Tin Oxide	0 - 1	%
Cellulose Acetate	2 - 6	%
Titanium Dioxide (CI77891)	34 - 40	%

Table 2 of 2

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Characteristic	Value	Unit	Method
Color (dE)	max. 3	—	CieLAB Delta E
Odor	Characteristic	—	Organoleptic
Particle Size (D90 Value)	max. 300	µ	USP-NF <429>
Moisture	max. 3	%	USP-NF <921>