Kester Wax K-82H Wax No. 124
- CAS Number
- 71243-51-1
- EC Number
- 275-286-5
- INCI Name
- C20-40 Alkyl Stearate
- Chemical Name
- Beeswax synthetic
Kester Wax K-82H is a long chain synthetic ester wax prepared by the esterification of natural fatty acids with synthetic fatty alcohols. K-82H provides excellent gelling capabilities, has broad compatibility with other cosmetic ingredients, and has many uses and applications.
Identification
- Chemical Family
- Waxes
Product families
Applications
- Hair Care
- Skin Care
- Treatment Products
- Surface Care
- Industrial Cleaning
- Other Institutional & Industrial Care
- Vehicle & Machinery
Product Families
- Other Functional Additives
- Performance Additives
- Rheology Modifiers
- Waxes
- Fats Butters & Waxes
- Sensory Modifiers
- Texturizers & Fillers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Kester Wax
- Functions
- Binder, Gel Former, Hardener, Slip Agent
- Labeling Claims
Kosher, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Kosher; Natural; Naturally Derived; Non-GMO; Plant-Based; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin, Vegetable Origin; Natural Origin; Non-Animal Origin; Plant Origin; Vegetable Origin
- Certifications & Compliance
- Kosher, TTB Approved
- Markets
- HI&I Care
- Personal Care
- Shelf LIfe
- 2 Years
- HII Features
- Hardening
- Thermal Stability
- Technology
- Cleaning Ingredients
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Benefit Claims
- Enhanced Slip
- Gloss
- Hardening
- Thermal Stability
- Key Attributes
Koster Keunen prepares K-82H by the esterification of natural fatty acids with synthetic fatty alcohols.; The primary advantages of K-82H are oil-gelling and oil-binding capabilities.; It also suppresses migration and improves products homogeneity of wax systems.
- Home Care Applications
- Polishes
- Formulation Guideline
Kester Wax K-82H can produce multiple textures depending on the application. It can increase thermal stability, gel strength, gloss, hardness, and slip. It can be used at any level to obtain the properties the chemist requires. Applications include color cosmetics, skin and hair care, automotive, polishes, and many industrial applications.
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Automotive Applications
- Industrial Cleaners
- Certifications and Compliance
- Kosher
- TTB Approved
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Binder
- Gel Former
- Hardener
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Binder
- Gel Former
- Hardener
- Slip Agent
Technical data
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5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congeal Point | 77.5-84 | °C | (ASTM D938) |
| Acid Value | max. 6 | mgKOH/g | — |
| Melting point | 80-85 | °C | (USP 741) |
| Ester Value | 70-90 | mgKOH/g | (USP 401) |
| Viscosity | max. 9.5 | cPs | (ASTM D3236) |
