MACKERNIUM® SDC 85
- CAS Number
- 122-19-0
- INCI Name
- Stearalkonium Chloride
- Chemical Family
- Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
MACKERNIUM® SDC 85 is a high-active, flaked form of stearalkonium chloride, designed for easier handling compared to low-active pastes. At a concentration of less than 2%, it provides essential conditioning and improved compatibility for hair conditioners. It is compatible with various conditioning additives commonly used in hair care products, such as proteins, jojoba oil, and aloe vera. MACKERNIUM® SDC 85 contains no preservatives and is produced from a blend of synthetic and vegetable-derived raw materials, with no animal derivatives. This product includes 10% propylene glycol and some cetearyl alcohol to facilitate manufacturing. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Flakes
Product families
Applications
- Hair Care
Product Families
- Foam Control Agents
- Performance Additives
- Rheology Modifiers
- Conditioners & Emollients
- Rheology Modifiers
- Cationic Surfactants
- Cationic Surfactants
Other characteristics
- Brand
- MACKERNIUM®
- Labeling Claims
Animal Products-free, Biodegradable, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Preservative-free; Animal Products-free; Biodegradable; Naturally Derived; Plant-Based; Preservative-free
- Certifications & Compliance
- K-REACH, REACH (Europe)
- Note
- * 100C
- Markets
- Personal Care
- Use Levels
1 - 2% (Hair Conditioners), 1 - 2% (Hair Masks), 0.5 - 1.0% (Leave- in Conditioners)
- Appearance
- Waxy flake*
- Shelf LIfe
- 24 Months
- Technology
- Cleaning Ingredients
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Benefit Claims
- Conditioning
- Compatible
- Conditioning Additives
- Formulation Tips
Mackernium SDC-85 will require heat to incorporate. 80°C until dissolved is recommended and do not exceed 90°C.; Can use one- or two-phase processing.; For one phase processing, add to the water with other heat tolerant ingredients and while mixing, heat until 80°C or until dissolved. Cool while mixing moderately to <35°C before filling,; For two-phase processing, add to the oil phase and heat both phases to 80°C before combining. Cool while mixing moderately to <35°C before filling.
- Application Format
- Leave On
- Masks
- Rinse Off
- Storage Condition
Mackernium® SDC 85 should be stored in sealed containers below 30°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight. Handle between 25°C - 35°C. Mackernium® SDC 85 has a shelf life of 730 days.
- Chemical Inventories
- AICS (Australia)
- CSCL (Japan)
- DSL (Canada)
- IECSC (China)
- KECI (Korea)
- NZIoC (New Zealand)
- PICCS (Phillipines)
- TCSI (Taiwan)
- Hair Care
- Hair Conditioner
- Hair Masks
- Certifications and Compliance
- K-REACH
- REACH (Europe)
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Conditioner
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (at 25°C, Bulk Density) | 0.55 | — |
| Density (at 25°C, Bulk Density) | 0.55 | g/ml |
Table 2 of 2
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color | max. 2 | Gardner | 104A |
| Quaternary (MW = 424, Apparent) | 68.5 - 71.5 | % | 280A |
| pH Value (at 25°C, 2% in 5% IPA/Water) | 45 - 75 | — | 147A |
| Melting Point | 72 - 78 | °C | 136A, Fisher Johns |
| Amine (Hydrochloric Acid, MW = 333) | max. 2 | % | 206A |
